Engineering Field Technician

Actalent
Omaha, NE

Job Title: Engineering Field TechnicianJob Description

As an Engineering Field Technician, you will support project teams by performing on-site technical activities, collecting and validating data, and commissioning and documenting results to help deliver safe, high-quality outcomes for clients. The role blends hands-on fieldwork with clear, professional reporting and collaboration with engineers, project managers, and customer representatives. You will work with the team to determine the feasibility of commercial and design specifications for construction projects. This position involves being onsite on large commercial/industrial projects to perform geotechnical analysis and studies to assess construction site conditions.

Responsibilities
  • Perform on-site technical activities to support project teams.
  • Collect and validate data, and commission and document results.
  • Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and customer representatives.
  • Determine the feasibility of commercial and design specifications for construction projects.
  • Conduct geotechnical analysis and studies to assess construction site conditions.
  • Ensure accurate and legible construction documentation.
  • Act as a liaison between field crew, project managers, and engineers.
Essential Skills
  • Minimum of an associate's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
  • 1-3 years of commercial construction experience.
  • Strong understanding of construction site safety and the commercial construction process.
  • Proficient in detailed construction documentation.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to pass MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Preferred experience as an inspector, observer, surveyor, or in Construction Materials Testing (CMT).
  • Demonstrated successful experience interacting with onsite representatives, general contractors, and subcontractors.
  • Experience in client service management.
Work Environment

This role primarily involves working on-site at Offutt Airforce Base, a loud and busy commercial construction site. Travel to other offices and project sites may be required, though little to no travel is anticipated outside of Omaha or Lincoln. You will report to the Project Manager and the Geotechnical Engineer. The company offers a supportive environment with strong client relationships, promoting from within, providing on-the-job training, and offering competitive benefits including 100% paid healthcare. Additionally, the company reimburses 80% of engineering courses, covers the cost of certifications like ACI, and provides a company vehicle for transport between the office and job site. The company has a robust project portfolio, having completed over 15,000 projects in the local area, ranging from small-scale to projects valued over $1 billion.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OMAHA, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in OMAHA,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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