Civil Engineer - Coordination Support

When you join the Sandalwood team, you’ll join an engaging and inclusive group with a mission to help our customers identify, assess, and reduce work-related risks to quality, productivity, and employee health.

In your day to day activities, you’ll work with multiple customers, as a consultant and trusted partner in Sandalwood’s areas of expertise of Injury Prevention, Systems Engineering & Systems Integration. You’ll help customers innovate, solve their current struggles and guide them with the power of Sandalwood’s deeply ingrained subject matter expertise.

You will have opportunities to help lead your own individual development with programs designed to guide you. Feeling you haven’t been recognized lately? You will have the chance to consistently appreciate your coworkers and be appreciated by your coworkers for continued distinction using our peer to peer appreciation and feedback software.

You will be encouraged to participate in Sandalwood’s multitude of extra-curricular activities including:

• An innovative health, safety and wellness program
• An internal innovation forum to guide and develop innovation initiatives
• The all-team meeting and staff day planning committee, dedicated to fostering team dynamics, collaboration and cross-functional interactions
• Participating in on-campus and virtual recruiting
• The social committee plans various get-togethers for the team outside of work
• Our cross-line of business marketing committee assists with marketing planning, ideas and collaboration
• The mentorship program provides a forum for mentors/mentees to connect and provide feedback, make connections and offer encouragement
• Community involvement opportunities driven by our team’s background, our companies’ core values and community need

Sandalwood’s people are it’s greatest and most treasured asset. Learn more about our focus on our people on our YouTube Channel, Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics.

We are seeking a highly qualified Civil Engineer to join our growing team of engineering and ergonomics professionals. Details about the role are as follows:

• Supervise construction and service projects at a major automotive industry site in Chihuahua.
• This role involves comprehensive coordination of civil works and auxiliary services (cleaning, gardening, fumigation, roof and equipment maintenance)
• Ensuring compliance with quality standards, safety protocols, and local regulations.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, results-oriented, and capable of working in dynamic environments while maintaining effective communication with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site construction and service activities, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Coordinate contractors and suppliers, ensuring performance according to schedules and contracts.
• Conduct safety and quality inspections, documenting findings and corrective actions.
• Prepare and update project schedules, daily/weekly reports, and meeting minutes.
• Manage risks, costs, and resources, proposing cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
• Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders and report progress to the Project Manager.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and corporate site standards.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and decision-making.
• Results orientation and deadline compliance.
• Attention to detail and quality focus.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Teamwork and customer service.

Rotating / Sporadic Shifts

• Shift Type 1: Wednesday to Saturday, 07:00 – 19:00 (day shift).
• Shift Type 2: Sunday to Wednesday, 19:00 – 05:30 (night shift).
• Shift Type 3: Wednesday to Saturday, 19:00 – 05:30 (night shift).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction supervision and contractor coordination.
• English proficiency: 60%.
• Strong knowledge of construction standards, industrial safety, and local regulations.
• Proficient in MS Project, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Availability to work at heights (roof inspections).
• Male candidate required (due to inspections in male restrooms).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills under pressure.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development