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Civil Field Engineer Co-op Fall/Winter 2026

American Bridge Company

Lancaster, TN

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AutoCAD, Civil Engineering, Civil Infrastructure, Communication Skills, Concrete, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Engineering, Construction Support, Cost Control, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Earthmoving/Earthworks, Leadership, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, OSHA, Operational Support, Operations, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Control, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Quality Control, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Support Documentation, Surveying, United States Army, Writing Skills
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Lancaster, TN
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16 days ago
FIELD ENGINEER CO-OP
Fall/Winter Semester 2026

Project    Center Hill Dam
Location    Lancaster, TN, US
Position Type    Co-op (Full-Time, On-Site)
Duration    August 2026 – December 2026

About the Project
The Center Hill Dam project is a major civil infrastructure rehabilitation effort located on the Caney Fork River near Lancaster, Tennessee. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Center Hill Dam is a critical flood control and hydropower facility serving the region. This project involves significant structural repair and rehabilitation work, providing the Co-op with direct exposure to large-scale heavy civil construction in a dynamic, technically complex environment.

Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Field Engineer Co-op to join our project team for the Fall/Winter 2026 semester. This is a hands-on, field-focused role designed to provide engineering students with real-world construction experience on a high-profile civil infrastructure project. The Co-op will work closely with experienced field engineers, superintendents, and project managers to support daily construction operations.

Key Responsibilities
•    Assist field engineers with daily layout, surveying, and quality control activities
•    Support documentation of field conditions, RFIs, submittals, and daily reports
•    Perform quantity tracking and cost code verification for installed work
•    Assist in coordinating subcontractors and material deliveries on-site
•    Conduct safety observations and participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings
•    Maintain as-built drawing markups and record drawings
•    Support concrete placement operations including formwork inspection and pour cards
•    Assist with scheduling updates and lookahead planning coordination
•    Participate in owner and design team meetings as directed
•    Perform field measurements and verify work conforms to project plans and specifications

Qualifications
•    Currently enrolled in an accredited Civil, Structural, or Construction Engineering program (sophomore standing or above preferred)
•    Must be eligible for Co-op participation through your university for the Fall/Winter 2026 term
•    Basic understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and engineering principles
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
•    Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software is a plus
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills
•    Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditions
•    Valid driver's license required
•    OSHA 10 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

What You Will Gain
•    Hands-on experience on a major federal infrastructure rehabilitation project
•    Mentorship from seasoned field engineers and project leadership
•    Exposure to heavy civil construction methods including earthwork, concrete structures, and dewatering
•    Understanding of project controls, scheduling, and cost management in the field
•    Professional development through real responsibility and active site involvement
•    Opportunity for future full-time consideration based on performance

Work Conditions
This position is full-time, on-site in Lancaster, TN. The Co-op must be prepared for outdoor work in all weather conditions, including working near water and within active construction zones. Standard PPE (hard hat, safety vest, steel-toed boots, safety glasses) is required at all times on-site. Some overtime may be required to support project schedule demands.
 

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