Piping Field Engineer

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Relocation Authorized:
National - Single
Telework Type:
Full-Time Office/Project

Work Location:

Winnemucca, NV
Salary Range: $89,765 - $136,895 annually

Thacker Pass is the largest known lithium resource in the United States. Once complete, the mine and processing facilities will produce more lithium carbonate than any other facility in the United States by far — enough to power 1 million electric vehicles per year. As the EPCM contractor for Lithium Americas, Bechtel is responsible for managing and integrating the efforts of a team of contractors engineering and building the facility, and for procurement of about $1 Billion in goods and services.

Earth work began in 2023, design and procurement of long‑lead equipment is underway. The project is located in the high desert and wide‑open spaces of north‑central Nevada about 25 mi from the Oregon border.

The Piping Field Engineer reports to the Lead Piping Field Engineer/Project Field Engineer and is responsible for the technical oversight of all Piping activities in his area. The selected applicant shall provide technical direction to the FE group, direct hire and subcontractor workforce, and supervision.

• Experience with construction in all areas of piping installation.
• Coordinate with supervision the work schedule and any material deliveries required.
• Complete training requirements assigned.
• Preparation of pipe installation work packages.
• Inspection of field installations and completion of associated documentation.
• Responsible for quantity take‑off, control, reporting and forecasting for all piping quantities.
• Prepare field change documentation and as‑built documentation as required.
• Interface with engineering office to resolve design and constructability issues.
• Work with Procurement's expediting team to ensure timely delivery of vendor materials.
• Interpret design drawings.
• Complete piping material take‑offs.
• Ensure materials are stored properly for environmental protection.
• Recommend design or installation improvements to enhance safety on the project.

• University/BS degree in Engineering with 8–10 years of field piping engineering experience desired, or 12–14 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with Bechtel direct hire craft preferred.
• Contract management experience.
• Understanding of applicable Bechtel work processes including Standard Work Process Procedures.
• Familiarity with Bechtel Standard Applications (BSAPs) such as ACONEX, TEAMWorks, Bechtel Productivity System, PTR, eSub and other automation tools.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving ability.
• Knowledge of multiple technical engineering disciplines related to industrial project construction.
• Thorough knowledge of construction activities as they relate to engineering disciplines, cost and scheduling, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of project‑specific environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Bechtel's “Zero Accidents” safety program.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Prior US Mega‑Project direct hire construction experience.

Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure employees thrive, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, optional disability and supplemental insurance, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well‑designed 401(k) plan with matching and profit‑sharing components.

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences, fostering more effective problem solving and innovation.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation may e‑mail their request to

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Construction