[SG] Scenario with engineers

I am putting together a SG scenario in which a platoon of light infantry
is
checking a potential ambush point before the main force comes through. I
plan to attach a squad of engineers to deal with mines, booby traps, or
road blocks if they should be found.

My question is: is attaching a squad of engineers to a platoon of
infantry
for this type of mission reasonable from a "real world" perspective?
Alternatively, if it is not ideal, might it be done because it is
expedient
(as is known to happen in the "real world")?

Obviously, comments from those of you with actual experience in this
sort
of thing is most valuable, but comments from all are welcome.

Terrance L. Smith, Ph.D.
tlsmith@micron.net
Nampa, Idaho