Field Engineer

Field Engineer or Field Architect – Building Enclosure (Entry Level)

�� Detroit, MI| Facilities Service Line | Terracon

Are you looking to launch your engineering career with hands‑on field experience and meaningful project work? Terracon’s Facilities Service Line is growing, and we’re looking for a motivated Field Engineer or Architect to join our Building Enclosure team in Detroit.

This is a great opportunity for new graduates or early‑career professionals who want to build technical skills, work alongside industry experts, and support a wide variety of client projects. Experience in building enclosures or building science is helpful — but not required. We’re ready to train the right person.

What You’ll Do

As a Field Engineer/Architect, you’ll support consulting, testing, and diagnostic services for building enclosure systems across multiple markets. Your work will include a blend of field and office responsibilities, such as:

• Conducting field investigations, observations, and inspections
• Assisting with engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations
• Supporting the preparation and review of technical reports
• Reviewing construction documents for compliance with plans and specifications
• Helping develop project proposals, cost estimates, and tracking project budgets
• Researching and resolving design and construction challenges
• Reviewing and evaluating field or lab data
• Communicating technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

You’ll work on projects across sectors including public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, educational, healthcare, and industrial facilities.

Why Terracon?

�� Hands‑on experience with meaningful responsibility
��Strong mentorship from established building enclosure professionals
��Exposure to a wide variety of building types and project scopes
��Career growth opportunities within a national engineering team
��Collaborative, people‑first culture