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Requisition ID: 293959
- Relocation Authorized: National - Accompanied
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Lake Charles, LA
Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.
Project Overview:
Louisiana LNG is located approximately 11 miles southwest of Lake Charles, Louisiana. The project includes a mid-scale, mixed-refrigerant Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and export facility on the west side of the Calcasieu River. There are five identical process plants. Each process plant consists of one gas pre-treatment unit, one condensate stabilization unit, and four Chart heavy hydrocarbon (HHC) removal and liquefaction groups. The facility will include associated utilities, refrigerant storage, three 235,000m3 full-containment LNG storage tanks, and three marine berths.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will provide project field engineering support with work planning and packaging, material management, quantity verification and validation, safety and quality control, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and coordination of system turnover. Your work will contribute to ensuring field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements. #LI-BH1
Major Responsibilities:
Work Planning & Packaging:
- Prepares construction drawings and sketches.
- Interfaces in planning construction methods and procedures.
Material Management:
- Initiates requisitions for field purchases.
- Prepares quantity takeoffs of field purchased material and equipment.
Quantities:
- Verifies commodities on quantity tracking systems or other computer database systems as required.
Safety / Quality Control:
- Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
Technical:
- Proactively considers continuous learning or shows interest to pursue appropriate learning activities.
System Turnover Coordinator:
For Direct Hire:
- Develops firm understanding of system and area scoping and drawings required for package development.
STR / Subcontract Coordinator:
- Reviews and approves inspection test plans.
- Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Technical knowledge of construction surveying, piping, hydrotesting, and welding.
- Experience with the piping discipline such as PCCP, HDPE, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel and Alloy piping.
- Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H). ASME 31.3 and NFPA 24 experience preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to a Zero Accident safety program.
- Must be computer-literate in word processing, spreadsheet and Bechtel database applications.
- Must be familiar with current industry quality standards.
- Basic ability to utilize the TeamWorks automation suite as the Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).
- Knowledge of Project Technical Requests (PTR) for routing and resolving Requests for Information (RFIs), Field Change Documents (FCDs), and Non Conformance/Compliance Reports (NCRs) between project sites, contractors, clients, and home office.
- Knowledge of work packaging. Basic understanding of production management including scheduling.
- Sound communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Basic knowledge of cost management including estimating and forecast development.
- Direct hire construction experience.
Additional Information:
Work requires the physical ability to conduct field inspections including but not limited to: extensive walking in and around a construction site often in high heat and high humidity conditions, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).
Total Rewards/Benefits:
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth.
Diverse teams build the extraordinary:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong - where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Field Engineer
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS scrutinizes Field Engineer petitions for specialty occupation compliance. Your degree must directly relate to the specific engineering discipline the job requires. A general business or unrelated science degree typically won't support the petition, even with years of field experience.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Field Engineer roles file under SOC codes like 17-2051 or 17-2141 depending on the discipline. Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify which employers have certified LCAs for your specific code, then target outreach to those companies.
Prioritize E-Verify enrolled employers early
If you're on OPT or cap-gap, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify for your work authorization to remain valid. Confirm enrollment before accepting any Field Engineer offer, not after the paperwork has started.
Find sponsors using verified filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter Field Engineer roles by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This lets you skip cold outreach to companies that have never sponsored and focus your applications where sponsorship is already established practice.
Clarify worksite arrangements before petition filing
Field Engineers frequently rotate across client sites or project locations. Each worksite change can trigger a new LCA requirement under DOL rules. Confirm with your employer how multi-site assignments are handled before your I-129 petition is filed.
Request premium processing when start dates are tight
Project-based Field Engineer roles often have firm mobilization deadlines. Premium processing upgrades USCIS adjudication to a 15-business-day window, which reduces the risk of missing a project start date tied to your H-1B approval.
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Find Field Engineer JobsField Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Field Engineer jobs qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
Yes, most Field Engineer roles qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering discipline such as mechanical, electrical, civil, or petroleum engineering. The key is that the job description must require a degree in a directly related field. Roles framed as general technical support or requiring any bachelor's degree may face USCIS scrutiny and requests for evidence.
How do I find Field Engineer employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate surfaces Field Engineer roles filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're not guessing which companies will sponsor. You can also cross-reference employer names against OFLC disclosure data to see how frequently a company has certified LCAs for engineering roles before you apply.
Can my H-1B petition cover multiple job sites as a Field Engineer?
It can, but each worksite requires its own certified LCA under DOL rules. If your role involves rotating between client sites or project locations in different metropolitan areas, your employer must file a separate LCA for each area and post required notices at each location. Confirm your employer understands this obligation before your petition is submitted.
Does O*NET classify Field Engineer as a qualifying H-1B occupation?
O*NET profiles engineering roles such as Civil Engineers and Mechanical Engineers, which typically map to Field Engineer positions, as Job Zone 4 occupations requiring a bachelor's degree as the standard entry-level education. This classification supports the specialty occupation argument in an H-1B petition, though the actual job duties and degree requirement must still be documented by the employer.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Field Engineer project ends early?
If your employer terminates you before your H-1B period ends, you enter the 60-day grace period during which you can change employers, change status, or prepare to depart. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition and you can begin working once USCIS receives it. Notify your employer immediately if a project cancellation affects your employment status.
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