Fiber Field Engineer

Kiewit; Abilene (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking experienced Fiber Field Engineers to support large-scale fiber optic and telecommunications projects. The role focuses on high-quality installation, precise documentation, and strong coordination between field teams and project leadership.

Abilene, Texas-based, with rapid execution on diverse industrial projects. The ideal candidate has hands-on fiber installation experience in field environments, a solid understanding of fiber systems, and the ability to drive productivity and

Qualifications

• 3+ years in field engineering or construction support (telecommunications/fiber preferred).
• Hands-on fiber installation in field construction environments.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic systems and infrastructure.
• Experience with QA/QC inspections and field documentation.

Responsibilities

• Field Execution & Coordination: support day-to-day fiber installation activities and coordinate with field supervision and project teams.
• QA/QC: perform inspections to ensure work meets specs and client requirements; verify fiber infrastructure components.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain redline drawings, create as-built docs, track production logs, and assist RFIs/submittals.

Skills

Fiber installation

QA/QC inspections

Field coordination

Redline documentation

As-built documentation

Production tracking

RFIs & submittals

Organization & communication

Education

Engineering or related field (Assoc./Bachelors)

Tools

BIM tools

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Home District/Group:Kiewit Industrial District

Department:Field Supervision

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit is seeking experienced Fiber Field Engineersto support the execution of large-scale fiber optic and telecommunications infrastructure projects. This role plays a critical part in ensuring high-quality installation, accurate documentation, and seamless coordination between field teams and project leadership.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on field experience in fiber construction environments, with a strong understanding of fiber systems, installation standards, and construction workflows. This is a high-visibility role that works closely with superintendents, project engineers, and project managers to drive productivity, quality, and successful project delivery.

District Overview

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors,including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction.

If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters.

Location

This role is based in Abilene, Texas.

Responsibilities

Field Execution & Coordination

• Support day-to-day fiber installation activities in active construction environments
• Coordinate directly with field supervision, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure alignment and execution of work plans
• Monitor and track production progress, identifying risks or delays and communicating updates to leadership

Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC)

• Perform and support QA/QC inspections to ensure work meets project specifications, standards, and client requirements
• Verify installation of fiber infrastructure including pathways, cabinets, patch panels, splice enclosures, and labeling systems
• Assist in resolving field issues and ensuring corrective actions are implemented

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate redline drawings and markups reflecting field changes
• Support development of as-built documentation and turnover packages
• Track and maintain project logs including production reports, installation status, and issue tracking
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, and coordination with design teams
• Track and manage material deliveries, usage, and inventory to ensure project continuity
• Support field engineering efforts in planning, sequencing, and execution

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience in field engineering or construction support (telecommunications/fiber preferred)
• Hands-on experience with fiber installation projects in field construction environments
• Strong understanding of fiber optic systems and infrastructure including:
• Pathways and duct banks
• Fiber cabinets and enclosures
• Patch panels and splicing
• Labeling and documentation standards
• Experience supporting:
• QA/QC inspections
• Redline markups and as-built documentation
• Production tracking and reporting
• RFIs, submittals, and material tracking
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, field-driven environments

Preferred

• Experience on large-scale telecom, data center, or infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, and BIM tools
• Exposure to design-build or EPC project environments
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

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Other Requirements:

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.