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Field Engineer - Utility Mapping

McCarthy Building and Careers
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026
Position Summary:
Field Engineers will be responsible for documenting overhead and underground utilities on a given project that may include communication lines, electrical power lines, hydronic systems, natural gas lines, fiber optic lines, water lines, sewer lines, etc. Field Engineers are responsible for the Quality Assurance of all utility systems designated and collected in the field. Field Engineers will need to understand and maintain a variety of subsurface utility locating & data collection equipment daily. Field Engineers will need to travel occasionally.
Key Responsibilities:
Field Operations (CA)
  • Ensure accurate designation of overhead and underground utilities according to ASCE 38-22 standards.
  • Oversight of schedule and dedicated project resources.
  • Complete detailed field investigation.
  • Day to day problem solving.
  • Review of utility record information prior to and during field investigation.
  • Work with the Design Team to ensure completeness of data transfer.
  • Assist Operations Specialist on quality assurance reviews.
  • Assist Field Operations Manager to create, schedule and plan field operations.
  • Proficient knowledge of geophysical locating technology.
  • Electro Magnetic (EM)
  • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
  • Acoustic Pipe Locator (APL)
  • CCTV Sewer Camera (Push & Track Camera Systems)
  • Coordinate and communicate with clients, utility stakeholders, property stakeholders, and project teams.
  • Lead operations in the field for SUM projects.
  • Coordinate & manage subcontracted vendors for traffic control, hydro-excavation, saw cutting, etc.
  • Responsible for quality assurance of utilities designated in the field.
Investigation Documentation
  • Responsible for quality assurance for the completeness of the collection of public and private stakeholder source documents.
  • Record utilities & structures designated in the field utilizing electronic devices.
  • Complete accurate field reports at the time of investigation.
  • Ensure quality pictures are attached to the correct structures and reports.
  • Quality assurance of field notes & reports daily.
  • Proficient in Bluebeam, Subsurface Maps, and subject matter expert in all SUM field reports.
Data Collection
  • Coordinate and oversee data collection.
  • Document local control around site for use during data collection.
  • Coordinate with the Design Team for tying in new control with existing site control.
  • Ensure Utility Designator’s are implementing data collection best practices and equipment operations.
Equipment
  • Ensure equipment is utilized in the way that it is designed to be used and remain in service in accordance with manufacturer life expectancy.
  • Ensure equipment is properly stored, cleaned, maintained, and calibrated according to manufacturer maintenance & calibration schedules.
  • Ensure physical security of all equipment.
  • Maintain company vehicles according to manufacturer & fleet service maintenance schedules.
  • Operate company vehicle in compliance with DOT regulations.
Safety
  • Promote an “All In” culture with a focus on safety.
  • Align with the McCarthy Safety Policies and Procedures manual.
  • Follow project specific safety requirements.
  • Assist in developing site-specific safety plans.
  • Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed by Mapping personnel and subcontractors.
  • Operate vehicles in accordance with McCarthy Vehicle Safety Guidelines.
Peer Group Alignment
  • Sr Field Engineers
  • Operations Specialists

Qualifications:

At least three years of Utility locating and mapping experience.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

For Southern California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $66,800 - $100,200. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.

Salary : $66,800 - $100,200

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