
Industrial Field Engineer
Roseville, MNFull-time$80–110K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Job overview
The Industrial Field Engineer assists the onsite Superintendent and/or Foreman with tasks supporting project execution. The role provides exposure to foundational building-construction principles and processes as a pathway to Field Operations or Project Management. Assignments may be at various jobsites or corporate/regional offices, with travel or relocation to project assignments for 12–24 months.
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Job Duties
McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.
INDUSTRIAL FIELD ENGINEER
The primary role of the Field Engineer is to assist the onsite Superintendent and/or Foreman with a variety of tasks in support of project execution. In this role, the Field Engineer will learn foundational principles and processes of building construction which will serve as a gateway to a career path in either Field Operations or Project Management.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Associate's degree in Construction Management or related field experience.
Some Internship, education or field experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field
Demonstrated experience initiating and driving continuous improvement
Current OSHA 30 certification
Skills
Strong collaboration and communication skills
High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks within time constraints
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong customer service mindset with a consistently professional demeanor
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment and remain diplomatic in all situations
Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential information
Ability to take direction from multiple managers, clients, and vendors
Strong teamwork skills and collaborative approach
Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement
High level of integrity and professionalism
Approaches each interaction as an opportunity to add value and strengthen relationships
OFFICE, TRAVEL & SCHEDULE
Office: Various jobsites and/or corporate/regional office.
Travel: Ability to travel or relocate to project assignments (12-24 months).
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
Assist with quantity tracking and verification
Track and monitor material inventory on the project site
Support building layout and survey activities
Assist with the organization, storage, and maintenance of tools
Coordinate material and equipment deliveries
Assist in preparing Requests for Information (RFIs)
Support subcontractor coordination and management
Participate in weekly coordination meetings
Assist with document control and maintain accurate as-built documentation
Conduct site safety audits and participate in site safety meetings
Maintain accurate and timely daily logs
Other Duties as assigned
Participate as an active member of the project team. Contribute to shared goals and collaborate with colleagues on achievement of priorities.
Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and other stakeholders to align efforts. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate tenant move-ins and move-outs
Maintain accurate tenant and vendor files
Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders
Perform additional duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at employee's workstation and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employee needs to be able to lift to 50 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.
Employee will be required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.
In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.
Minimum Education Required
Associate Degree
Minimum Experience Required
None
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$80,000.00 - $110,000.00 / Annually
Postal Code
55113
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
JR85
Job Benefits
Not specified
How this job compares
Set against the 2,104 open Field Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$80–110K/yr
- US median$85–113K/yr988 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $95K, is 5% below the US median midpoint ($100K) — in the middle half of Field Engineer salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 14 open Field Engineer jobs in Minnesota and 2,104 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
- Kiewit487 open
- Jacobs103 open
- Bechtel Corporation73 open
- Experience
- Field Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (1,285 postings).
- Education
- 895 of the 2,104 open Field Engineer jobs (43%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Pay, requirements and demand for Construction jobs
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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