Field Engineer, Salt Lake City

About the Role

Civil Science is seeking a Field Engineer to support UDOT transportation projects in Utah (Regions 2 & 3). This is an opportunity for an entry-level engineer or recent graduate to gain hands-on field experience on active highway and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with construction oversight on UDOT transportation projects
• Coordinating with contractors to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and safety standards
• Reviewing RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, and project documentation
• Participating in field inspections, data collection, and construction verification
• Supporting quality assurance and materials documentation
• Maintaining project records and preparing reports and technical documentation
• Collaborating with internal teams and UDOT representatives
• Upholding Civil Science Quality and Risk Management Standards
• Ensuring compliance with company, client, and governmental safety requirements

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or closely related field)
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and actively working towards a Professional Engineering License
• Strong understanding of construction safety standards
• UDOT CEMT certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire with company support
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check
• Willingness and ability to travel locally to job sites and work remotely as needed, including occasional overnight stays
• May include occasional night and weekend work to meet project needs
• Proficient with Microsoft products and PDF software
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work on active construction sites, including uneven terrain, varying weather conditions, and moderate to high noise levels
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

What Will Help You Stand Out

• Prior experience as a UDOT Field Engineer
• 2+ years of highway or DOT construction experience
• Knowledge of UDOT standards, specifications, and construction processes
• Experience with contract administration (RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, claims documentation)
• Bluebeam and/or Masterworks software experience
• Materials testing and quality assurance knowledge
• Experience working in UDOT Regions 2 and/or 3
• Strong contractor oversight and stakeholder communication skills