Traveling Field Engineer

P&C Recruiting is partnering with an infrastructure contractor to recruit a multiple Field Engineers for a critical construction project in West Virginia, United States. Our client is delivering critical electrical infrastructure for a large-scale data center campus. This permanent, full-time traveling position offers exposure to complex power distribution construction, supported by a salary package with travel-related incentives.

Field Engineers will support daily site execution, working with project leadership, superintendents, subcontractors and design engineers to translate engineering requirements into compliant field delivery. Based in West Virginia for the initial travel assignment, the successful candidate will apply engineering judgment to construction planning, inspections, progress measurement and resolution of field issues.

The scope includes underground electrical duct banks, grounding and bonding systems, medium-voltage infrastructure, power cabling, electrical equipment installation, testing and commissioning. Field support also encompasses excavation, structural concrete, grading and utility installation, with a focus on safe execution, accurate documentation and coordination between field and office teams.

• Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to meet construction specifications and resolve practical field requirements.
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications and work plans for field crews, identifying discrepancies before they affect installation.
• Support daily excavation, structural concrete, grading and utility installation activities alongside electrical infrastructure works.
• Conduct independent walk-downs and inspections of installed materials and equipment to verify conformity with designs and specifications.
• Perform quantity surveys and take-offs, tracking installed quantities, material usage and equipment requirements for progress reporting.
• Coordinate with survey teams on layout, elevations and as-built data collection, providing technical direction where required.
• Prepare daily field reports, photographic records and work logs to support project tracking, billing and construction records.
• Resolve field issues with superintendents, subcontractors and design engineers, documenting agreed actions and communicating changes.
• Prepare and track requests for information, submittals and minor field change requests using construction reporting tools.
• Monitor safety and quality compliance, participate in site meetings and audits, and reinforce PPE and site safety protocols.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline, with 2–4+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalent education and experience.
• Preferably 3–5+ years supporting heavy civil, industrial, mechanical, electrical, mission-critical or other large-scale construction projects.
• Experience supporting field construction activities, inspections, quantity measurement and project documentation.
• Availability to undertake a traveling assignment initially based in West Virginia.
• Existing authorization to work in the United States; work authorization sponsorship is not available.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment substance abuse test if offered the position.

• Technical understanding of electrical duct banks, grounding and bonding, medium-voltage infrastructure and power distribution systems.
• Knowledge of excavation, concrete, grading and utility installation interfaces within complex construction environments.
• Proficiency with construction software and digital tools for progress reporting and field-to-office communication.
• Sound professional judgment when evaluating installation details, engineering requirements and site constraints.
• Clear communication and effective coordination across construction, engineering, survey and subcontractor teams.
• A methodical, safety-focused approach with strong attention to accuracy and changing field priorities.

• Annual salary of USD 103,000–150,000, contingent upon experience and/or education, inclusive of a 22% annual base salary uplift during the initial West Virginia travel assignment.
• Living allowance of USD 3,300 per month, subject to eligibility.
• 10% project completion bonus.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with options to participate in a Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term…