Field Engineer

Join a team that's making a difference.
ETIC, offices throughout California, is a leading provider of environmental consulting, construction, and engineering services. Our team of engineers, scientists, and professional partners works with clients to deliver practical, sustainable solutions that protect our communities and the environment. We foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where individual contributions are valued, and employees enjoy a strong work-life balance and competitive benefits.

We are currently seeking a Field Engineer with a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering to support environmental and remedial construction projects. This role involves interpreting technical plans, supporting project estimates and proposals, coordinating field operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. The ideal candidate is a motivated problem-solver with 2–7 years of industry experience, strong communication skills, and a desire to contribute to meaningful projects both in the field and beyond.

• Using technical expertise, read and interpret project plans, specifications, and related documents to break down scopes of work and determine project needs.
• Provide support with estimate and proposal preparation, including performing quantity takeoffs, requesting subcontractor and vendor quotes, and performing a comparative analysis of received quotes.
• Assist with writing technical approaches and scopes of work for proposals.
• Support project managers with project planning and scheduling, including preparation of preconstruction submittals, purchase orders and task orders.
• Create, organize, and maintain field paperwork for on-going projects.
• Coordinate material and equipment deliveries for on-going projects.
• Prepare and update construction schedules using critical path method tools (MS Project, etc.).
• Support project managers with cost tracking to monitor budgets for on-going projects and assist with change order preparation, as needed.
• Utilize independent judgement when performing stormwater compliance inspections, soil sampling, water sampling, or air monitoring, as needed.
• Ensure all field procedures and safety protocols are followed to comply with ETIC and client specific requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of client/regulatory requirements and make certain client/regulatory compliance is being met on all assigned projects.
• May require out-of-town travel for several weeks at a time for up to several months per project.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 2-7 years of industry experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite computer applications (Word, Excel, Project).
• Proficiency with Revu Bluebeam preferred.
• Great decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated individual who can work as part of a team in a hybrid work environment.
• Great written and oral communication and comprehension skills.
• Must meet company defined, pre- employment physical, alcohol/drug screen and background check.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour training preferred (but not required).