Jacobs · 2 days ago
Field Engineer- Rail and Transit
Spokane, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $95K/yr
6+ years expJacobs is a company dedicated to solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. They are seeking a Field Engineer to support the Amtrak ADA Stations Program by providing on-site construction monitoring and ensuring compliance with contract specifications during infrastructure improvements.
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Responsibilities
Providing on-site construction monitoring of several concurrent construction contracts from mobilization through final acceptance of contractors work and contract closeout
Monitoring the contractors performance of the work, preparing reports and other documentation of the contractor’s work, and providing technical advice to the COTR/RE
Working directly with the COTR/RE on projects throughout the continental U.S. working on-site approximately 80% of the time
Encouraging and supporting a culture of safety on all projects assuring that the work is executed in accordance with the contract as well as good engineering and construction practices
Verifying the contractors work is in conformance with the applicable contract drawings and specifications and performing on-site quality oversight inspections of the contractors’ work
Providing various written daily inspection reports that document on-site activities and document deviations from the contract requirements or any performance or technical deficiencies by the contractor
Preparing Accessibility Survey Assessment System (ASAS) forms as work is completed to document compliancy with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Assisting with post-construction assessments of the work to verify compliance with the contract and the ADA
Retaining all project reports and documentation in the Unifier document control system
Participating in weekly contract progress meetings
Inspecting the contractor’s performance of warranty work during the contract’s warranty period
Providing on-site support to the COTR/RE and assisting with various activities
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 6-8 years' experience as a field inspector providing construction oversite and inspection experience on site development or transportation projects, specifically civil/structural
Construction oversite and inspection experience with a focus on facility renovation, historic preservation, rail transportation and ADA compliance
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Willingness and ability to travel to project locations in the continental U.S. approximately 80% of working time
Possess a valid driving license and satisfactory driving record
Strong communication skills
Preferred
Associate's Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or Engineering
CCM or PMP
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year)
Seven paid holidays
Caregiver leave
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Legally mandated benefits
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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Recent News
2026-02-03
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