Interpreter / Translator

Overview

Overview

The Korean/English Translator provides accurate verbal interpretation and written translation to facilitate effective communication between Cajun’s project team and owner and construction management representatives who speak different languages. The position will support engineering reviews, project meetings, construction coordination, and technical correspondence to help participants communicate clearly and maintain a shared understanding of project requirements.

The position will report to the Cajun Engineering Solutions group. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong language proficiency, professionalism, discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering and construction environment.

Responsibilities

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

• Provide accurate, timely interpretation during in-person meetings, virtual calls, technical discussions, and project site visits.
• Support engineering and construction coordination meetings, including design reviews, P&ID reviews, 3D model reviews, scheduling discussions, and owner interface meetings.
• Translate project correspondence, meeting records, presentations, requests for information, technical comments, and other assigned documents.
• Preserve the meaning, tone, technical intent, and level of certainty expressed by each speaker or document author.
• Request clarification when terminology, statements, or instructions are unclear, and promptly identify potential misunderstandings.
• Prepare for meetings by reviewing agendas, reference documents, drawings, and relevant technical vocabulary.
• Develop and maintain a project-specific bilingual glossary to promote consistent use of engineering, construction, and water treatment terminology.
• Assist project personnel with verifying the translated wording of decisions, commitments, action items, responsible parties, and due dates.
• Coordinate with discipline leads and subject matter experts to confirm technical terminology and document accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality of project, client, commercial, and employee information.
• Follow project document-control requirements when preparing, identifying, and distributing translated materials.
• Support respectful communication across language and cultural differences while remaining impartial and accurately representing each participant’s statements.
• Follow Cajun and project site safety requirements, complete required training, and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

 Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree in translation, interpretation, languages, communications, or a related field preferred; relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Professional experience providing relevant interpretation and written translation required.
• Experience supporting engineering, industrial construction, manufacturing, or other technical projects preferred.
• Familiarity with water treatment, wastewater treatment, cooling water systems, or steel manufacturing is a plus.
• Relevant translator or interpreter certification preferred.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English and other required language, including the ability to communicate complex information accurately in both languages.
• Strong consecutive interpretation skills for technical meetings and group discussions.
• Ability to research, learn, and consistently apply specialized terminology.
• Ability to accurately communicate equipment tags, dimensions, quantities, units of measure, dates, and other critical project information.
• Strong listening, reading comprehension, proofreading, and note-taking skills.
• Ability to distinguish confirmed requirements and decisions from proposals, assumptions, and unresolved questions.
• Sound judgment regarding confidentiality, impartiality, and the limits of the interpreter’s role.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing assignments and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project leadership, engineers, construction personnel, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

Work Expectations

• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and meet scheduled interpretation and translation commitments.
• Work in office, meeting, and project site environments as assigned.
• Participate in occasional early-morning or evening meetings to accommodate coordination with teams in other countries.
• Travel between the project office and construction site, and to other project-related locations, as required.
• Adapt to changing project priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Physical:  While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods during office work and meetings.
• Operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information in person, electronically, and during virtual or telephone meetings.
• Sit or stand for extended periods during meetings and computer work.
• Operate a computer and standard office and communication equipment.
• Communicate and exchange detailed information in person, by telephone, and through virtual meetings.
• Walk through active construction areas, including uneven surfaces and stairs.
• Work periodically outdoors in varying weather, noise, and other site conditions while following applicable safety requirements.

Mental:  While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Direct, collaborate with, and communicate with executives, clients, and project teams. 
• Interpret and apply company policies, safety protocols, and written instructions. 
• Perform mathematical calculations, analyze business data, and review project estimates.
• Maintain accuracy, productivity, and attention to detail while managing competing priorities in an active office environment with frequent interruptions. 
• Sustain concentration while listening, processing information, and interpreting between languages.
• Retain and accurately convey detailed technical discussions.
• Recognize ambiguity and seek clarification promptly.
• Maintain accuracy under time pressure, interruptions, and changing priorities.
• Exercise discretion and maintain professional composure during sensitive or challenging discussions.

AGENCY STATEMENT

Cajun does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiting firms for this position or any position. Cajun we will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes, including those submitted through our website, directly to employees, or to any member of our Recruiting, HR, or Operations teams.

Cajun maintains an approved vendor program and only works with recruiting firms that have a formal written agreement in place. Agencies interested in becoming an approved vendor may contact the Recruiting Manager for consideration.