Job Title: Field Engineer

Job Description

Prepares schedule of site visits in a workday for all present and active projects. Conducts and coordinates construction site visits and performs observation and inspection services, ensuring that standards are observed, followed, and enforced. Acts as the construction liaison for Engineering and Finance Divisions. Completes and submits reports digitally in accordance with requirements of the Engineering Division. Reviews shop drawings and related cut sheets submitted by contractors for conformance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement scheduling service connections with Operations Division when contractor is ready, e.g., residential taps, fire line wet cuts, large diameter domestic service lines.
• Observe contractor’s installation of water service lines within the right-of-way through and including shut off valve. Construction observation includes trench restoration, installation of water service lines on private property, etc.
• Schedule, witness, and observe disinfection and pressure testing with the Water Quality and Operations Divisions.
• Sign off on development projects upon installation of meters to notify the Finance Division when to activate the account for proper billing services.
• Report unauthorized construction activities to the Engineering and Finance Divisions.
• Create a tracking system for unauthorized water usage at project sites.
• Create a notification process to inform the Engineering and Finance Divisions when events occur so that information is properly captured in the water audit program and appropriate fines are issued to contractors.
• GPS newly constructed water assets and features using supplied equipment, i.e., EOS Arrow Positioning and ESRI Field Data Collection. Coordinate this activity with Engineering Division ensuring that the GPS points have been edited and posted to the GIS Enterprise Utility Network.
• Ensure construction issues are resolved in accordance with best practices and while maintaining standards.
• Coordinate field changes with contractors and Engineering Division.
• Review and interpret drawings and specifications.
• During planning and design phases, conduct site investigations to verify design sketches for development projects or in-house design projects.
• Coordinate efforts required to collect data and inventory information for the Backflow Preventer Program in accordance with the Cross Connection Control Program, which conforms with NJDEP requirements. Coordinate the data for database management in the GIS Enterprise Utility Network.
• Coordinate efforts required to collect data and inventory information for private fire pumps. Coordinate the data for database management in the GIS Enterprise Utility Network.
• Coordinate with building managers or owners as required.

Essential Skills

• Field engineering
• Construction
• Wastewater
• Water & wastewater
• Civil engineering
• Ability to read construction plans
• Subcontractor management in the field
• 1 years of AutoCAD production experience
• AutoCAD
• CAD
• Geographic information

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong field management experience
• Ability to work through construction paperwork
• Experience with drawings in AutoCAD related to piping or underground utilities
• Commercial construction experience is a plus

Work Environment

The work environment is a mix of 50% field and 50% office work. Fieldwork is primarily conducted in the summer, while office work is more frequent in the winter. The role involves working in various weather conditions and requires adherence to safety standards. Benefits include a 401k plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and opportunities for upward growth. The culture emphasizes collaboration and professional development over technicality.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $85000.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Knolls,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $75,000 - $85,000