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MasTec Industrial

Field Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$72K - $85K/yr

The Field Engineer will oversee and execute the project controls and management of a multiple disciplines. The main functions of the Field Engineer will include (but not limited to) responsibility ...

Ames Construction

Field Engineer

Johnstown, OH · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

The Field Engineer is responsible for managing large and complex construction work at the project site to ensure operations run safely, smoothly, and effectively. This position has a wide range of ...

Ames Construction, Inc.

Field Engineer

Columbus, OH

$55K - $75K/yr

The Field Engineer is responsible for managing large and complex construction work at the project site to ensure operations run safely, smoothly, and effectively. This position has a wide range of ...

Ames Construction

Field Engineer

Columbus, OH

$55K - $75K/yr

The Field Engineer is responsible for managing large and complex construction work at the project site to ensure operations run safely, smoothly, and effectively. This position has a wide range of ...

Ames Construction

Field Engineer

Columbus, OH

$55K - $75K/yr

The Field Engineer is responsible for managing large and complex construction work at the project site to ensure operations run safely, smoothly, and effectively. This position has a wide range of ...

Ames Construction

Field Engineer

Johnstown, OH · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

The Field Engineer is responsible for managing large and complex construction work at the project site to ensure operations run safely, smoothly, and effectively. This position has a wide range of ...

Ames Construction, Inc.

Field Engineer

Johnstown, OH

$55K - $75K/yr

The Field Engineer is responsible for managing large and complex construction work at the project site to ensure operations run safely, smoothly, and effectively. This position has a wide range of ...

CaptiveAire

Field Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

The Field Engineer will serve as engineering support for our sales team assisting with construction management and after-sales field support. This role will require frequent travel to job sites ...

CaptiveAire

Field Engineer

Columbus, OH

The Field Engineer will serve as engineering support for our sales team assisting with construction management and after-sales field support. This role will require frequent travel to job sites ...

CCI Systems, Inc.

Field Engineer

Springfield, OH · On-site

We are seeking a Field Engineer to provide technical expertise pertaining to customer network upgrades, services, field management and project administration with a full understanding of HFC ...

CCI Systems, Inc.

Field Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

We are seeking a Field Engineer to provide technical expertise pertaining to customer network upgrades, services, field management and project administration with a full understanding of HFC ...

Elford Inc

Field Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

We're seeking a Field Engineer to support the successful delivery of Construction Projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role partners closely with Project Managers, Superintendents ...

Lithko

Layout Field Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

As a Field Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the success of the overall project team, responsible for the planning and layout of the line and grade portion of a project. You will bring ...

Ryan Companies

Quality Field Engineer

Columbus, OH

Quality Field Engineer ensures that all phases of all mission-critical projects performed by the company or its subcontractors are carried out with the desired level of quality from inception through ...

Ryan Companies

Quality Field Engineer

Columbus, OH

Quality Field Engineer ensures that all phases of all mission-critical projects performed by the company or its subcontractors are carried out with the desired level of quality from inception through ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for field engineer in Columbus, OH is $31.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.45 and $38.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Field Engineer Do?

As a field engineer, your main responsibilities include the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of equipment, machinery, or facilities in a number of industries. Field engineers can work in the construction, telecommunication, energy, oil and gas, and manufacturing industries, to name just a few. Your specific duties depend on the field in which you work, but you typically must travel to a work site to inspect it before they install a machine or piece of equipment and travel whenever equipment is experiencing technical issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Field Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Field Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, troubleshooting, and hands-on technical expertise, usually supported by an engineering degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, CAD software, and industry-specific equipment is essential for addressing technical challenges on-site. Strong problem-solving, communication, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for managing client expectations and working in diverse environments. These skills ensure efficient project execution, client satisfaction, and the ability to resolve issues quickly in dynamic field conditions.

What are some common challenges faced by Field Engineers, and how can they be addressed?

Field Engineers often encounter challenges such as working in remote or unpredictable environments, managing tight project deadlines, and troubleshooting equipment issues on the spot. To address these, strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and effective communication with both on-site teams and off-site support are essential. Building a solid understanding of equipment and developing a proactive approach to potential issues can also help Field Engineers succeed. Collaboration with other engineering teams and regular training in the latest technologies are key to overcoming these challenges.

What are field engineers?

Field engineers are technical professionals who work on-site to install, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment and systems. They often travel to client locations or project sites to ensure that machinery, infrastructure, or technology is functioning correctly and efficiently. Their work may involve testing equipment, diagnosing problems, performing repairs, and providing technical support to clients or team members. Field engineers often serve as a bridge between the engineering team and the client, ensuring that all technical requirements are met. The role typically requires strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to work independently in diverse environments.

What is the difference between Field Engineer vs Field Technician?

AspectField EngineerField Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related fieldTechnical diploma or associate degree
Work EnvironmentOn-site at client locations, construction sites, or industrial facilitiesOn-site at customer sites, equipment installation, or maintenance areas
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, telecom, energy, constructionTelecom, manufacturing, IT support, utilities
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for technical roles involving project oversight and engineering tasksCompared for hands-on technical support and maintenance roles

Field Engineers typically hold engineering degrees and focus on project planning, design, and technical oversight. Field Technicians usually have technical diplomas and perform hands-on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. While both roles work on-site and support similar industries, their responsibilities and qualifications differ, making this comparison useful for those exploring technical career paths.

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Field Engineer II - Structured Cabling

Field Engineer II - Structured Cabling

IES Communications

New Albany, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

IES Communications rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 67 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 77 rated construction

Job description

Field Engineering Responsibilities:
  1. Closeout
    1. Redlines
    2. Test Audits
    3. Lessons learned
    4. Warranties
    5. Product Submittals
  • Redline(s): The leads and superintendents will oversee submitting changes to SoW. Redlines shall be completed and submitted to engineering be Field Engineers. Engineering will create internal calendar to keep track of what needs to be done, and when it needs to finalized.
    • Build-out will be the most redlining, given measurements, equipment placements, and grounding/bonding. Field Engineers will check and verify that all infrastructure is installed to design/spec, and if there is any changes, they will finalize redlines for closeout.
    • Fiber: The use of an internal tracker will be the key to most of the redlines for ISP. The design given by IES customers will updated to reflect most of the past changes. Field Engineers will check and verify all of the Fiber scope.
    • Copper: The internal tracker for copper should provide all the information needed for close-out. The Field Engineer may be the POC to ensure everything is installed to print, and if there is any changes, will redline and submit for review. The Field Engineer will check and verify these before close-out.
    • Network: If needed, and confirmed that implementing redlines for Network is needed, the Field Engineer will work with the team to configure the details. If we are to redline these, the Field Engineer will take on most of those responsibilities.
    • RFI referencing/implementation: The Field Engineer will be referencing the RFIs on the redlines as a final task before sending for QA review.
  • Test Audit(s): Everything to do with Audits will be ran and verified by the Field Engineer after the projects are complete. Included in this responsibility is verifying the cable schedule and building the projects in a fashion that is easy for the team, once the audit process begins. 100% verification that the testing projects match the prints. All testing projects should be created and available to the team as soon as the areas are ready. Once the team starts testing, the Field Engineer will start running audits as soon as each post is done. If there are any re-test, he/she will send those out to the team with an expected completion date. Then the Field Engineer will finalize audits once retest are completed. This will all be based upon the schedule in which we will have actualized dates to reference and plan out the project creation phase, and the close-out audit phase. Once each area is completely audited and 100% the Field Engineer will start conforming the testing audit package.

    • Lessons Learned: Between all engineers and QA this document should be actively updated throughout the actual build. At the end of each project the teams will get together and finalize/review the standardized lessons learned template for submitting. The information used for this document will be coming off of the lessons learned tracker. The installation teams should be actively filling those out throughout the build.
    • Warranties: These will be done by the Field Engineer. This happens towards the end of the build, in which the Field Engineer will gather all the information to send for processing/completion. A designated team member will send the required documents to receive the required warranties.
    • Product Submittals: The Field Engineer will complete product submittals. This submittal is the very first one to complete once the RFP is issued. The template is usually copy/paste, with a few additions/subtractions. Verifying the BOM with the POs, as well as obtaining product sheets is required for this submittal.
  1. Labels: The Field Engineer will help print off labels for the installation teams. Ideally, having all the labels printed before installation will help in not wasting time throughout the build. We have bins that are organized per area, and a sign out sheet for the leads. We require an email sent to the engineering teams with any reprints needed, and the reason for the reprint.

  1. RFI's: A the Field Engineer can, or may, be the main engineer to oversee all RFIs before submission. The Field Engineer will conform and submit, as a collaborative effort for. One important thing to note, when an RFI is issues and there is design related feedback, that will automatically be entered as a lessons learned by the engineering team. Any RFI acceptance/rejections will be formally sent out to the applicable teams, by the Field Engineer.

  1. Design (Shop Drawings): The Field Engineer can, or may oversee all work concerning design. This will include verifying and brainstorming areas of interest (where quality has lacked), reviewing and submitting into BIM360, as well as keeping up with revisions, hyperlinks, etc. Areas of focus:
    1. Infrastructure (Grounding/Bonding)
    2. Copper
    3. Fiber
    4. Detail sheet(s)

Qualifications
Physical and Mental Requirements:
  • Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
  • Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
  • Must have proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
  • Must be able to diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new installs.
  • Must be enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical thinker.
  • Must be able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service skills.
  • Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
  • Must able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
  • Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • Will have at least 3-4 year's commercial low-voltage/structured cabling experience.
  • Must be able to work well with other people
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
  • Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
  • Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.
Minimum Years of Experience
0-2
License Required
No
Minimum Education
High School
Overview
IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.
From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.
Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:
  • Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it
  • Competitive Pay
  • Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
  • Company Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
  • Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
  • Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement
PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.
NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.
EEO & Affirmative Action
The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.
View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal
Disability Accommodation
IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.
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