Entry Level Field Engineer Jobs
New grad field engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Kiewit, Caterpillar, and Thermo Fisher Scientific hiring at this level now.
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As an Intern, you will be given the opportunity to apply your academic training and skills in a real-world setting at any number of project locations. In addition, you will assist the project manager, project engineer, and the rest of the on-site construction staff in the application of principles, methods, and techniques of engineering technology by performing any combination of the following duties at a project job site.
Field engineer interns will be required to have a working knowledge of the entire project, including plan interpretation, project specifications, project cost code knowledge, and the overall construction schedule. In performing any number or combination of the following tasks, you shall support published corporate policies, set a productive and consistent work example, and be responsible to follow up on all tasks assigned.
- Assist with evaluation of field conditions and acceptance testing
- Support quality assurance and quality control engineering materials testing
- Apply survey knowledge to assist with project layout and checking of work to confirm work is in conformance with plans and specifications
- Review project drawings and coordinate any design changes
- Provide document control assistance for correspondence, submittals, design releases etc.
- Initiate engineering design clarifications
- Perform quantity tracking and productivity analysis for maximization of operation efficiency
- Assist with preparing and updating project schedule and interact will all involved in scheduling decision processes
- Respond to field for design clarification, and manage subcontractors field operations and verify contract payments
- Provide design assistance to the project engineer for the design of temporary structures using computer aided design tools
- Field engineer interns/co-ops are required to be currently enrolled in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar undergraduate program at an accredited technical college or university
- Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
- Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
- Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
- Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
As an Intern, you will be given the opportunity to apply your academic training and skills in a real-world setting at any number of project locations. In addition, you will assist the project manager, project engineer, and the rest of the on-site construction staff in the application of principles, methods, and techniques of engineering technology by performing any combination of the following duties at a project job site.
Field engineer interns will be required to have a working knowledge of the entire project, including plan interpretation, project specifications, project cost code knowledge, and the overall construction schedule. In performing any number or combination of the following tasks, you shall support published corporate policies, set a productive and consistent work example, and be responsible to follow up on all tasks assigned.
- Assist with evaluation of field conditions and acceptance testing
- Support quality assurance and quality control engineering materials testing
- Apply survey knowledge to assist with project layout and checking of work to confirm work is in conformance with plans and specifications
- Review project drawings and coordinate any design changes
- Provide document control assistance for correspondence, submittals, design releases etc.
- Initiate engineering design clarifications
- Perform quantity tracking and productivity analysis for maximization of operation efficiency
- Assist with preparing and updating project schedule and interact will all involved in scheduling decision processes
- Respond to field for design clarification, and manage subcontractors field operations and verify contract payments
- Provide design assistance to the project engineer for the design of temporary structures using computer aided design tools
- Field engineer interns/co-ops are required to be currently enrolled in Engineering, Construction Management or a similar undergraduate program at an accredited technical college or university
- Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
- Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
- Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
- Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
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Who's Hiring
- Kiewit103
- Caterpillar17
- Thermo Fisher Scientific16
- Shermco Industries12
- Turner Construction Company11
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate183
- Energy114
- Consulting & Professional Services94
- Manufacturing77
- Technology & Software43
Entry Level Field Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level field engineer job?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on technical ability, even without a long work history. Employers hiring at this level look for relevant coursework, internship experience, lab projects, or certifications in areas like networking, instrumentation, or systems installation. Tailoring your resume to show field-ready skills, a willingness to travel to job sites, and comfort working independently gives entry level candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level field engineers?
Companies hiring entry level field engineers right now include Kiewit, Caterpillar, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The mix typically covers utilities, infrastructure contractors, technology service providers, and industrial equipment companies that build junior talent into their technical workforce from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level field engineer jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are less common given the on-site nature of the work. About 16% of entry level field engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements more typical for roles that combine office-based planning with periodic site visits rather than continuous fieldwork.
Are these new grad field engineer jobs?
Yes, many of the openings listed here are new grad friendly, including roles explicitly welcoming recent graduates and junior candidates. A new grad posting typically states zero to two years of experience required and accepts internships, co-op programs, or a strong academic portfolio in place of full-time work history. Look for language like "entry level," "new grad," or "training provided" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level field engineers?
Entry Level field engineer roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Energy, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to drive junior hiring because they maintain large field operations, run ongoing infrastructure projects, or regularly rotate new technical graduates through structured onboarding programs.