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Junior Field Engineer

APTIM
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026

Job Overview:

APTIM is in search of energetic self-starters with a willingness to work hard, take on significant and multiple responsibilities, and with dedication towards excellence and achieving results. In addition to being an intellectually curious self-starter, we are looking for individuals who want to be part of a team that operates in a fast-paced, flexible team environment. This position is to support the Environmental Engineering and Remediation Division.

The primary responsibility is to carry out various assignments under the supervision of a Project Engineer in multifaceted work areas of planning, construction management, and inspection of field projects. Other duties include.

assisting in preparing, writing, and editing various technical reports and documents including project subcontractor scopes of work, work plans, technical memorandums, project completion reports

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

  • Learns Company values, corporate and client objectives
  • Must be willing to travel in support of projects (at least 50%) which will be reimbursed by the company
  • Provides technical and engineering information to ensure field work complies with all engineering standards, codes and contract specifications.
  • Collects, coordinates and analyses shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance
  • Tracking and evaluating daily production to accurately track project performance using company-approved methods and technologies
  • Reviews project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work and after work completes
  • Performs construction inspection duties in coordination with inspection staff
  • Prepares and reads plans, responds to subcontractor and vendor questions, and reviews specifications.
  • Assists in analyzing problems and recommends solutions to problems
  • Initiates and manages permits needed before work can begin
  • Attends daily safety meetings with field team and project leadership; presents field analysis as needed
  • Engages in the Job Safety Analysis (JSAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all field personnel
  • Responsible for following established safety practices while performing assigned duties to protect self, co-workers, and the public from personal injury and to prevent damage to Authority property

The Company will provide all applicable training and reimburse all approved travel required by the project. Candidates must provide appropriate attire for both field work (safety toed shoes) and office attire (business casual).

Basic Qualifications

  • Must have an accredited university/college pursuing a bachelor or graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other related field of study)
  • 0-1 years experience
  • Beginner knowledge of construction equipment & techniques, drawing & specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project
  • Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Superb problem-solving skills using logic and data
  • Critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Valid Driver's License with clean driving record
  • Proficiency in MS Office

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

What you can expect from APTIM:

  • Work that is worthy of your time and talent
  • Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
  • Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
  • A voice in making our company better
  • Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $58,000 - $80,000 per year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

APTIM Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
  • Company paid and optional Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
  • 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
    • APTIM 401(k) Guide
    • APTIM - Helpful Documents

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