Field Engineer

Department Overview

General Construction Gas Distribution Construction Engineering is responsible for the safe completion of construction projects on gas Transmission and Distribution assets delivered on time and within budget. The Gas Construction Engineering group ensures projects are built and documented to PG&E standards and regulatory requirements. The team reviews projects prior to construction, coordinates and supports projects in construction, creates construction As-Builts, Gas clearances, operational changes, and ensures project closeout through the As-Built process.

This position is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) and is subject to collective bargaining. This position is responsible for completing pre and post job reviews, pre-checking the work prior to construction, creating estimates and reviewing all regional As-Built packages. It may involve attending pre-construction meetings with other PG&E departments and/or outside jurisdictional agencies, supporting crews during construction, coordinating shutdowns, ensuring material type is correct, and compliance with NEC requirements.

After work completion the position will close out estimates, perform post construction checks, review all Regional As-Built drawings for 100% accuracy, and correct errors identified by quality control. Some assistance is required to the Scheduling group when scheduling out the work. The position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.

Travel is estimated to be about 50% of the time with some overnight stays. The hourly rate for this position ranges from $51.15 to $76.65. Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the starting hourly rate for this position is $51.15, subject to collectively bargained wage increases.

• Provides technical and engineering services.
• Conduct job reviews, pre-check jobs, perform USA markings & request, and site surveys.
• Coordinate schedule customer shutdowns.
• Investigate customer/3rd party issues pertaining to General Construction projects.
• Support General Construction Supervisor with daily routine issues regarding construction of jobs.
• Perform pre and post construction estimates, complete pre and post-construction checks, complete as-built, and review contractor invoices.
• Work with Schedulers when planning construction of projects.
• Ensure correct materials are documented in Bill of Materials for As-Builts.
• Use computer to do research, write proposals, correspondence and e-mail, compile, copy, file and mail reports; use phone, copier, scanner, fax machines; reproduce maps, plans, diagrams and drawings; specs out and order supplies and materials; prepare service orders.
• Communicate with supervisors, public officials, general public and customers regarding project plans, designs, identified problems, proposed solutions & estimated time frames; communicate with construction foremen, engineers, inspectors, estimators and mappers; communicate with other departments involved with project.
• Make field sketches and prepare layouts for construction of gas or electric systems; use handwriting and computer to record locations, dimensions, identified problems, proposed layouts, construction plans, time frames, and as-built drawings.
• Visit sites to evaluate issues of access and existing facilities.
• Review all regional As-Built packages for 100% accuracy.
• Host project construction status meetings.
• Maintain projects field labor hour input.

Minimum:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Construction disciplines; or 2 years experience and supplemental education which establishes the ability to perform the duties. Supplemental education is defined as coursework emphasizing science and engineering such as those listed with a mix of no less than three areas (transcripts needed for verification):
  Physics, Principles of Electricity, Chemistry, Statics, Surveying, Dynamics, Math -- including trigonometry and basic calculus, and a minimum of 30 quarter or 20 semester units at an accredited college is required. Acquiring an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate will satisfy the supplemental education requirement.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License.

Desired:

• Previous Field Engineer/Project Engineer experience.
• Experience in CAD along with hand draft skills.
• Certified Engineer-In-Training (EIT).
• Ability to demonstrate strong math and computer skills, strong written and verbal communication and an attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate intermediate to advance Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, One Drive).
• Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, nights, weekends, and/or overtime (scheduled or ad hoc).
• Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions.
• Ability to travel and transfer to a new headquarters upon request at any time; throughout the entire PG&E service territory with no…