Facilities Engineering Technician

Field Engineer/Architect

Are you looking to launch your engineering career with hands-on field experience and meaningful project work? Terracon's Facilities Service Line is growing, and we're looking for a motivated Field Engineer or Architect to join our Building Enclosure team in Cincinnati. This is a great opportunity for new graduates or early-career professionals who want to build technical skills, work alongside industry experts, and support a wide variety of client projects.

Experience in building enclosures or building science is helpful — but not required. We're ready to train the right person.

Essential

Roles and Responsibilities:

As a Field Engineer/Architect, you'll support consulting, testing, and diagnostic services for building enclosure systems across multiple markets. Your work will include a blend of field and office responsibilities, such as:

• Conducting field investigations, construction observations, and inspections
• Assisting with engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations
• Supporting the preparation and review of technical reports
• Reviewing construction documents for compliance with plans and specifications
• Helping develop project proposals, cost estimates, and tracking project budgets
• Researching and resolving design and construction challenges
• Reviewing and evaluating field or lab data
• Communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• You'll work on projects across sectors including public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, educational, healthcare, and industrial facilities.

Why Terracon?

Hands-on experience with meaningful responsibility Strong mentorship from established building enclosure professionals Exposure to a wide variety of building types and project scopes Career growth opportunities within a national engineering team Collaborative, people-first culture

Requirements:

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture (or related field) — new grads encouraged to apply
• Interest in building science or building enclosure systems
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and willingness to learn
• Comfort with both field and office work
• Ability to travel regionally within the Eastern Midwest (OH, KY, IN, WV, MI, Western PA)
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.