Entry Level Engineer Jobs in Springfield, IL (NOW HIRING)

As a Field Engineer, you bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality and unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building "the next big thing" from the ground up. There's a reason Mass Electric (MEC) attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won't find anywhere else. Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make make a difference in our construction operations. Whether we're boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right.

Mass Electric Construction Co. is a subsidiary of the Kiewit Corporation. Since our founding in 1928 in Boston, Massachusetts, Mass. Electric Construction's philosophy has been to pursue electrical projects that require a higher level of technical and logistical skill.MEC Industrial has organized strategically to actively participate and capture projects in the growing industrial market. We intend to effectively compete and win in traditional and alternate delivery procurements and position ourselves for a sustainable future. We self-perform the majority of our work and are looking for people committed to the industrial construction industry.

One of the many things that makes our culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your MEC adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. MEC Industrial is based out of Waltham, MA and has work all across the country. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date.  Must be able to travel and relocate as frequently as business needs require. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

    Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities
   Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction
   Maintaining records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
   Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments
   Investigating problems and/or reported incidents; identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate
   Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
   Working with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials

    Undergraduate or graduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    Minimum overall GPA of 2.7
    Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
    Attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
    Strong organizational and time management skills
    Effective verbal, written and presentation skills
    Able to work independently as well as part of a team
    Must be able to access all points of a construction site
    Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide-ranging climates and environments 
    Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
    Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
    Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
    Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
    Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives

Other common names for this role: Project Engineer, Office Engineer, Engineer 1

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