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Site Piling Field Engineer

Today Groves, TX

Requisition ID: 298871

  • Relocation Authorized: National - Single
  • Grade: 26
  • Position to be Panel Interviewed? No
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Port Arthur, TX
  • Employee Referral Amount: $2,500.00


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Project Overview:

Port Arthur LNG, LLC (PALNG) is developing a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and export facility on a site located on the western shoreline of the Port Arthur Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. The project base scope will include two (2) identical LNG trains, two (2) LNG Storage Tanks, one (1) LNG Carrier Berth, and associated utilities/facilities. The Project is to be constructed on a parcel of land located along State Highway 87 south of Port Arthur, Texas, between the inner coastal waterway bridge and Keith Lake. The Infrastructure Global Business Unit (GBU) is executing site civil and marine scopes of work associated with our scopes of work on the Energy GBU LNG projects. As the #1 LNG EPC contractor by installed capacity, Bechtel has the capability to successfully deliver a broad range of LNG projects through our integrated EPC self-perform model, strategic partnerships, and proven experience in LNG project delivery. Partnering with Bechtel means lower cost, shorter delivery schedules, and greater certainty of outcomes for our customers.

Job Summary:

The Site Piling Field Engineer is responsible for providing technical assistance, direction, and support to Bechtel and subcontractor field supervision for construction and installation activities associated with specified area equipment and materials which includes work planning and packaging, material management, quantity verification and validation, safety and quality control, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and coordination of area turnover. Your work will contribute to ensuring field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements. #LI-RM1

Major Responsibilities:

  • Performing inspections and initiating supporting documentation for all discipline system installations on an ongoing basis.
  • Developing installation work packages for scopes of work in support of the construction schedule.
  • Preparing short- and long-term schedules, and interfacing with superintendents and other discipline field engineers.
  • Executing field material takeoffs from "Issued for Construction" drawings.
  • Providing input to the quantity tracking applications and reporting on weekly installed quantities to Project Controls.
  • Actively leading and participating in the 'People Based Quality (PBQ)' and the 'Build it Clean Program.
  • Preparing field material requisitions for equipment and materials, and monitoring status of purchase orders and deliveries.
  • Assisting field procurement in receipt inspection and reporting of associated equipment and materials and preventive maintenance requirements.
  • Trouble-shooting the design, resolving issues with engineering and/or fabricator using formal field documentation processes.
  • Ensuring all installations are per latest revisions of design drawings, specifications, standards, and codes.
  • Completing and verifying quality documentation per inspection and test plans.
  • Completing and reviewing as-built documentation Monitoring actual work performance compared to the project budget and schedule.
  • Providing "day-to-day" direction and coaching to direct reports.
  • Monitors and directs subcontractor activities, through coordination and instruction of subcontractors' management staff within the area of responsibility.


Additional Responsibilities:

Planning:
  • Reviews and monitors subcontractor construction schedules, resource charts, and material and equipment requirements.
  • Reviews and approves where necessary, subcontractor construction methods, schedules, staffing charts, and material and equipment requirements.
  • Coordinates with other subcontractors and external stakeholders (or subcontractors) to plan construction schedules.
  • Participates in the review of project controls documents on progress relating to cost and schedule.
  • Prepares/ reviews of field change documents and requests for information.
  • Coordinates Contractor material deliveries and storage of materials.
  • Ensures work methods planned and executed safely.

Technical:
  • Works with other Construction Field Engineers, Foremen, and Craft Professionals in interpreting Engineering design documents, vendor documents, and other technical documents.
  • Coordinates engineering solutions with Subcontractors, and Foremen and Craft Professionals.
  • Coordinates with Design on constructability issues.
  • Coordinates the preparation of the testing processes and required test equipment.
  • Inspects installed components for technical acceptance.

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Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Required bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Experience on an LNG construction site especially along the U.S. Gulf Coast. Experience in oil, gas, refinery, petrochemical, minerals processing or power generating station construction is preferred.
  • Knowledge and experience of Piling activities including concrete piles, helical piles, pile cutting, test pile programs, etc.
  • Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
  • Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving ability.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and lead teams.
  • Maintain, promote, and cultivate a safe work ethic and work environment within the craft.
  • Able to work extended work schedules and night shift as required to support the project execution plans and schedules.
  • Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H).
  • Demonstrable commitment to a Zero Accident safety program.
  • Must have work authorization within the United States of America.


Total Rewards/Benefits:

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Client-provided location(s): Groves, TX
Job ID: Bechtel-298871
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-09-09T22:24:27

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Vision Insurance
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program