Field Engineer

Greenlight Resources · Greater indianapolis, United States

Job Title: Field Engineer III

Location: Sullivan or Wheatfield, IN

Salary: $115,000–$135,000 + Bonus +$220/day per diem (an additional $80k/year tax free!)

About the Company

We are a company that builds, installs, and maintains large‑scale industrial equipment and infrastructure for power, chemical, and heavy industrial facilities.

About the Role

A Field Engineer in this environment supports day‑to‑day construction execution by coordinating field activities, verifying work quality, supervising layout/surveying tasks, and keeping information flowing between the project team and the field. They help ensure construction progresses safely, accurately, and according to plans, specifications, and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support field execution across industrial construction projects, ensuring work aligns with drawings, specifications, safety standards, and project milestones.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks, documenting progress and identifying corrective actions when needed.
• Oversee surveying and layout activities, ensuring accurate measurements, elevations, and field documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and field supervisors to resolve design or construction issues.
• Enforce safety protocols, participate in audits, and help maintain a strong safety culture on site.
• Track quantities, materials usage, productivity, and progress to support project reporting and decision‑making.
• Assist with change management, documenting field modifications and supporting accurate as‑built records.
• Provide guidance to junior field staff and support overall field coordination efforts.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of 3+ years of industrial construction experience in field engineering, layout/surveying, QA/QC, or construction supervision.
• Background in power, industrial, heavy mechanical, fabrication, or process facilities is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, surveying equipment, and field documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced industrial environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with field crews and project leadership.

Required Skills

• Proficiency with surveying tools, layout equipment, and construction measurement techniques.
• Knowledge of industrial construction best practices, safety standards, and field coordination workflows.
• Experience supporting field execution on complex industrial projects.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive compensation + bonus
• Full benefits package
• Premium per diem program
• Opportunities for advancement within a large industrial organization
• Ability to play a key role in field execution on major industrial project

If interested, please apply or send your updated resume to