Field Engineer

Field Engineer

Title:

Field Engineer
Department:
Operation 1 - Construction 2

Location:

Ankeny, IA
Supervisor:
Electrical Superintendent
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Position Status:
Permanent;
Full-time
Work Status (Remote/Hybrid/In-Office):
Project Site

The Field Engineer plays a dynamic and integral role in the successful execution and delivery of solar construction projects. The ideal candidate assists with all miscellaneous project needs such as logistics, inspections, tool management, drawing review, and superintendent support. This position demands an agile, proactive approach to support project-based personnel and craft trades, ensuring technical, material, and administrative tasks align with Qcells’ project delivery standards of excellence.

This role reports to the Electrical Superintendent or other designated management personnel. It is onsite, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm local time with required overtime and weekend hours as needed, and may require travel up to 100%.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The company is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

• Work directly with site solar superintendents and project managers to implement project goals.
• Assist with assigning duties to staff to achieve project goals.
• Oversee variable aspects of projects and provide direct assistance to ensure timely project execution and assist in planning, coordination, and management.
• Ensure project goals are achievable and review project implementation, gathering data on project execution.
• Coordinate with Construction Manager, project manager, and other project leads following project execution.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure the construction team has the necessary materials.
• Communicate to leadership about delays and any other issues that must be communicated to clients.
• Complete any tasks assigned by the Regional Manager efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Identify safety concerns and prevention strategies.
• Outline completed portions of the past week that meet or exceed project schedule.
• Create and maintain project task schedule and a 3-week lookahead.
• Attend weekly project meetings to discuss change events, staff and subcontractor performance.
• Perform quality control inspections, documentation, and electronic submittal.
• Perform safety inspections, documentation, and electronic submittal.
• Oversee crew and manage crew production schedule.
• Lead safety toolbox talks, comply with Job Hazard Analysis and Site-Specific Safety Plan.
• Identify punch list items and observations from the previous week.
• Manage all closeout documents and QA/QC checklists.
• Handle all other assignments and special projects as requested by Management.
• Maintain regular attendance in accordance with the company’s attendance policy and supervisory assignment.

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Experience in the construction industry (plus).
• Proficiency with computer operating systems (Microsoft Suite).
• Ability and desire to work collaboratively to ensure successful project execution.
• Working knowledge of necessary industry‑related tools.
• Proven ability to generate and deliver reports that provide useful insight into project details.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented with a passion for ensuring projects proceed efficiently and effectively.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and be proactive.
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative when required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with project management software (plus) e.g., Procore.

• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights and in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
• Able to walk or move continuously while carrying up to 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials; assistance is…