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SimIS Inc.

Senior Field Engineer (DHS)

Suffolk, VA · On-site

SimIS seeks a Senior Field Engineer to serve as a team leader for field operations, providing technical expertise and leadership for technology deployment, site surveys, and field testing activities ...

York Telecom Corporation

Sr. Field Engineer

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

The Sr. Field Engineer is also responsible for meeting project commitments (both financial and non-financial) and the overall service of external customers. Responsibilities include but are not ...

York Telecom Corporation

Sr. Field Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

The Sr. Field Engineer is also responsible for meeting project commitments (both financial and non-financial) and the overall service of external customers. Responsibilities include but are not ...

Tutor Perini

Senior Field Engineer

Mount Vernon, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

WDF Inc., a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Senior Field Engineer to join ourMt Vernon, NYand NY Metro area project sites. About WDF Inc. Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance WDF ...

Sparks Group

Senior Field Engineer

Sterling, VA

Sparks Group has partnered with a rapidly growing global leader in perimeter security automation systems to identify a Senior Field Engineer. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with strong ...

York Telecom Corporation

Sr. Field Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

The Sr. Field Engineer is also responsible for meeting project commitments (both financial and non-financial) and the overall service of external customers. Responsibilities include but are not ...

Metrea Management LLC

Senior Field Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Senior Field Engineer Reports to: Chief Mission Systems Technician   Legal Entity: MSA-ISR     Group: Special Air Missions (SAM) Capability Area: Airworthiness - US Level: FLSA Status:

York Telecom Corporation

Sr. Field Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

The Sr. Field Engineer is also responsible for meeting project commitments (both financial and non-financial) and the overall service of external customers. Responsibilities include but are not ...

Tutorperini

Senior Field Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$95K - $130K/yr

Rudolph & Sletten, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking to hire a Senior Field Engineer to join our office Los Angeles or Irvine, CA. About Rudolph & Sletten In the last six decades, Rudolph and ...

Tutorperini

Senior Field Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Rudolph & Sletten, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking to hire a Senior Field Engineer to join our office Los Angeles or Irvine, CA. About Rudolph & Sletten In the last six decades, Rudolph and ...

Tutorperini

Senior Field Engineer

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

Rudolph & Sletten, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking to hire a Senior Field Engineer to join our office Menlo Park, CA. About Rudolph & Sletten In the last six decades, Rudolph and Sletten has built ...

WSP

Sr. Field Engineer

Tamuning, GU · On-site

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Sr. Field Engineer to work out of Guam. The successful candidate will have proven experience providing fielding engineering ...

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How much do senior field engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior field engineer in the United States is $43.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.01 and $53.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior field engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Field Engineer, you need advanced technical expertise in engineering principles, troubleshooting, and field operations, generally backed by a relevant engineering degree and significant field experience. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, industry-specific software, and certifications such as PE (Professional Engineer) or manufacturer-specific credentials are often required. Strong problem-solving skills, leadership, and effective communication are essential soft skills for managing projects and coordinating with clients and teams. These abilities are crucial for ensuring successful project delivery, minimizing downtime, and maintaining high client satisfaction in diverse and challenging environments.

What does a senior field engineer do?

A Senior Field Engineer is responsible for overseeing technical projects at client sites, troubleshooting complex engineering issues, and ensuring that installations, maintenance, and repairs meet company and industry standards. They often lead field teams, provide technical guidance, and serve as the main point of contact between the company and its clients during onsite operations. Senior Field Engineers also document project progress, ensure safety compliance, and may be involved in training junior staff members.

What are some common challenges faced by senior field engineers during on-site projects?

Senior Field Engineers often encounter challenges such as adapting to rapidly changing site conditions, coordinating with multiple stakeholders (including clients, contractors, and project managers), and troubleshooting unexpected technical issues under tight deadlines. They must balance hands-on technical work with effective communication and leadership, particularly when managing junior team members or subcontractors. Flexibility, problem-solving skills, and strong organizational abilities are essential for navigating these complex, dynamic environments.
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Senior Field Engineer

PC Construction Company

Jacksonville, FL

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Field Engineer working on multiple commutable Florida projects in Water Division. We offer a collaborative and problem-solving environment where our leaders are expected to support the learning and growth of their teams. 

The Field Engineer establishes and maintains all project control and layout and performs field measurements. Depending on project size and complexity, this position may include planning the site field engineering work and supervising field engineering employees. The right candidate will have high school diploma and should have a minimum of five years related experience as a Field Engineer and preferably on water/wastewater projects, or a four-year degree in engineering or surveying with an internship or one year of experience in construction. The individual in this position is responsible for establishing and maintaining all engineering layout controls and must be able to assume leadership roles in all phases of project layout.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ability to perform site engineering work on mid to small sized projects with oversight from the project team.  Ability to supervise field engineer assistants. Strong experience in the use and maintenance of surveying equipment such as robotic total stations, RTK GPS, data collectors, including Trimble and Topcon products.
  • Basic skills in AutoCAD, and general computer applications, and mobile devices. Basic understanding of BIM software and technology.
  • Able to keep neat field notes and sketches. Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, reports, and descriptions of surveys to describe and certify the work performed.
  • Competent in the ability to read and understand drawings, specifications and submittals. Provide documentation, detailed instructions, drawings or specifications to tell others how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
  • Able to post as-built information, RFI responses, and clarifications on the project record documents.
  • Service, repair, adjust, and test machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. Tribrach, poles, tripods, optical plumb, etc.
  • Able to do basic math with a willingness to learn plane geometry and trigonometry. Calculate heights, depths, relative positions, control lines, and other characteristics of the site.
  • Able to calculate and record quantities (square feet, cubic feet, cubic yards, etc.) Depending on project, Pour Cards may be required.
  • Able to set and understand the reason for accurate horizontal and vertical control for layout.
  • Prepare Auto Cad as-built drawings.

100% EMPLOYEE OWNED

PC Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.

About PC Construction: PC offers general contracting, construction management and design-build services to private and public clients across the country. The company manages projects along the east coast from its headquarters in Vermont and a network of locations in Florida, Georgia, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina and the Mid-Atlantic. From specialized buildings to complex water and wastewater treatment plants, PC is ranked annually as one of the top contractors in the country. A construction industry leader for over 65 years, PC Construction is guided to success by its team of dedicated employee-owners. #LI-AL1 

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