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

Field Engineer or Field Architect-Building Enclosure (Entry Level) Terracon Consultants, Inc. life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Ohio, Cincinnati 611 Lunken Park Dr (Show on map) Mar 09, 2026 Job Description
Are you looking to launch your engineering career with handson 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 Cincinnati. This is a great opportunity for new graduates or earlycareer 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 nontechnical stakeholders
You'll work on projects across sectors including public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, educational, healthcare, and industrial facilities.
Why Terracon?
Handson 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, peoplefirst culture
What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture (or related field) - new grads encouraged to apply
Interest in building science or building enclosure systems
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Curiosity, problemsolving mindset, and willingness to learn
Comfort with both field and office work
Ability to travel regionally within the Eastern Midwest (OH, KY, IN, WV, MI, Western PA)
Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history. About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.