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Lead Field Project Engineer

  • sector

    US Recruitment

  • location

    Fenton

  • type

    Permanent

consultant

Dan Bisset

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Lead Field Project Engineer / Field Project Engineer / Project Engineer

Fenton, MO or Remote with Travel. 

$130,000 to $150,000

A Lead Field Project Engineer is required for a power-generation equipment role supporting field erection, commissioning and warranty activity across complex engineering projects.

This is a hybrid position based in Fenton, MO, depending on business needs, with domestic and international travel up to 20%. The Lead Field Project Engineer will act as a key technical contact during the field stage of projects, coordinating urgent support between internal engineering teams, suppliers and customer-side construction teams.

Lead Field Project Engineer / Field Project Engineer / Project Engineer Benefits:

  • $130,000 to $150,000
  • Hybrid working depending on business needs
  • Profit-based incentive opportunities
  • Flexible work schedule with half-day Fridays year-round
  • 401(k) employer match and annual non-elective contribution
  • Medical cover with employer contribution toward HSA
  • Dental and short-term disability 100% covered by the company
  • Vision and fitness reimbursement

The Lead Field Project Engineer / Field Project Engineer / Project Engineer Role:

  • Provide technical field support from equipment delivery through to the end of the warranty period.
  • Act as the technical point of contact for customer-side field teams, erection contractors and suppliers.
  • Coordinate timely responses to field issues using support from project engineering, suppliers and internal disciplines.
  • Review and interpret contract specifications, supplier drawings and technical documentation.
  • Make field-related decisions with awareness of cost, schedule, quality and project risk.
  • Maintain strong customer relationships through clear technical communication and responsive support.
  • Work closely with field technical advisers at job sites to resolve technical and logistics issues.
  • Support field erection and commissioning activity for boiler and power-generation equipment projects.

Lead Field Project Engineer / Field Project Engineer / Project Engineer Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of experience in an engineering, technical or project execution role within a related field.
  • On-site construction, erection or commissioning experience.
  • Experience as a Lead Field Project Engineer, Field Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Technical Project Engineer or similar engineering role.
  • General knowledge of boiler and steel construction codes such as ASME, ASTM and AISC.
  • Ability to review and understand contract specifications, supplier drawings and technical documents.
  • Experience acting as a technical lead and point of contact for customers, contractors or suppliers.
  • Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to assess technical queries, cost impact and schedule impact.
  • BS degree in Engineering or a suitable four-year degree.
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