Field Engineer

Position Scope

The Field Engineer is responsible for monitoring multiple project activities, including inspections of major equipment received onsite, compliance with specifications, procedures, drawings, and submittals. This role ensures inspections and tests are qualified and complete. Employees must develop a thorough understanding of the project scope and schedule as they relate to specific assignments and will train and mentor craft level employees in their respective duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Location & Travel

This role is based on-site at various project locations nationwide, offering opportunities based on project needs. In addition to a base salary, you will receive a daily per diem to assist with living expenses while on assignment. This position includes regular rotational travel home from the job site. A monthly vehicle allowance and fuel card will also be provided.

Company Overview

At Lykos Energy, we are a trusted leader in the energy sector, specializing in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Our expert team provides nationwide solutions, with a strong emphasis on safety and precision in every project. Through a comprehensive approach, we ensure thorough planning and seamless execution to maximize performance, efficiency, and long-term sustainability in energy storage systems.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Oversee daily substation construction activities, inspecting work quality including excavation, concrete, rebar, grounding, steel, wiring, and electrical checks.
• Verify construction aligns with design documents; review inspection reports and resolve non-conformances.
• Maintain key logs: material tracking, testing/inspection, concrete, and non-conformance.
• Manage submittals, ensuring materials match approved specs and project schedules.
• Perform basic surveying and verify line, grade, and dimensions.
• Record and report daily progress, identifying and addressing deficiencies promptly.
• Document approved field changes and maintain red-line drawings.
• Coordinate closely with client quality staff to meet QA/QC standards.
• Compile operations and maintenance manuals with key contacts and warranties.
• Support punch list inspections and determine calibration status of testing equipment.
• Collaborate with project managers and estimators on project support and future planning.

Education And Work Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical Engineering or a related degree is preferred.
• Experience in a related construction field is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility.
• Must be a self-starter, hard-working, inquisitive, and be organized with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret blueprints, technical procedures, and safety rules.
• Ability to write daily reports and document project activities.
• Effectively manage field data to assure activities are conforming to corporate Quality Control procedures.
• Ensure the effective implementation of the quality control program for assigned project tasks.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

What's In It For You

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account.
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.
• Employee/family focused culture.

Key skills/competency

• Construction Management
• Quality Control
• BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems)
• Substation Construction
• Safety Compliance
• Project Monitoring
• Blueprint Interpretation
• Field Inspections
• Data Documentation
• Problem Solving