Field Project Engineer

Location: Clarksville, WV
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking a Field Project Engineer for a contract-to-hire opportunity with our client in Clarksville, WV. This position will support field construction, mechanical installation, and commissioning activities for a combined-cycle power generation project.

The ideal candidate will have experience with mechanical systems installation, including piping, turbines, Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs), and balance-of-plant (BOP) equipment. Candidates with backgrounds in chemical, refining, petrochemical, or heavy industrial construction will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily field construction activities, with an emphasis on mechanical equipment and systems installation.

• Coordinate activities between engineering, construction, contractors, and onsite project teams.

• Work closely with mechanical, civil, structural, and electrical disciplines to ensure proper system integration.

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, P&IDs, isometrics, and vendor documentation.

• Provide technical support to construction personnel and assist in resolving field installation issues.

• Identify and address constructability concerns, technical conflicts, and installation challenges.

• Assist with construction planning, scheduling, work coordination, and progress tracking.

• Verify field installations comply with applicable engineering standards, project specifications, codes, and safety requirements.

• Coordinate with QA/QC personnel to support inspections, testing, and documentation.

• Manage and track field changes, Requests for Information (RFIs), and as-built documentation.

• Support mechanical completion, commissioning, and startup activities.

• Monitor construction progress and provide regular updates to project leadership.

• Promote compliance with site safety policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in field engineering, industrial construction, or power generation projects.

• Experience supporting mechanical equipment installation in power generation or heavy industrial environments.

• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, piping isometrics, general arrangement drawings, and engineering specifications.

• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, including piping, rotating equipment, HVAC, and related equipment.

• General understanding of civil and structural interfaces, including foundations, equipment supports, and structural steel.

• Basic understanding of electrical systems, including cable routing and equipment interfaces.

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills.

• Ability to work effectively in an active construction environment with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with combined-cycle power plants, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, and balance-of-plant systems.

• Experience supporting Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects.

• Background in chemical plants, refineries, petrochemical facilities, or heavy industrial construction.

• Experience coordinating mechanical installation activities with multiple engineering disciplines.

• Exposure to mechanical completion, commissioning, and plant startup.

• Experience working directly with field contractors, equipment vendors, and construction management teams.