# Field Engineer \(MEP\) - Company: [Shimizunorthamerica]() - Location: Guntersville, AL - Team: Construction - Posted: May 5, 2026 ## Job description Position Summary: The Field Engineer position fills a critical support role within our unique company’s Construction Department; supporting the PM and General Supt. and assisting in the administrative functions on construction projects. The Field Engineer is also exposed to the entire life-cycle of major construction projects from estimating and bidding through punch list and project close-out. As you are developed in this role, we will add more responsibilities as you demonstrate a solid understanding of assigned tasks and continually execute assigned deliverables. Essential Functions: 1. **BID PACKAGES** **Bid Package Preparation** * Assist PM to create scopes of work. * Create Bid Packages as necessary. * Notify contractors of pending bid packages to generate interest & send invitations * Call on contractors to confirm receipt & ensure proper bid coverage * Respond to contractor RFIs & provide prompt responses * Work with PM to level bids 1. **CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION** **RFIs** * Review RFIs received from Contractors & Subcontractors * Submit RFIs to Design Team to resolve in timely fashion **Submittals** * Create Submittal log utilizing Procore (and other project management software) * Coordinate with PM to assign appropriate due dates for submittals * Follow-up with Subcontractors to ensure submittals are complete by deadline **Meetings** * Take Meeting minutes and distribute **Project Schedule** * Work with PM to track project schedule on weekly basis (or as needed) **Drawings** * Ensure drawings sets are kept current & subcontractors are notified of changes. **Field Responsibilities** * Assist in monitoring general contractors’ work and safety. **Punch List & Close-out** * Work with PM & Superintendent to create, track, and complete Project Punchlist * Compile as-built drawings **Contracts** * Prepare purchase orders and create subcontracts **Work Experience Requirements** * 0-3 years of experience in Construction and site work * Working knowledge of construction or design engineering required. * Experience in manufacturing plant construction is a plus. **Education Requirements** * Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Prior Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and/or Fire Protection experience strongly preferred. * Ability to work with computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, MS Project, Outlook, and to learn others as needed. ## Apply [Apply on Shimizunorthamerica]() Canonical job page: