Field Engineer

RK Industries; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Industries in Abilene, TX seeks a Field Engineer to translate project plans into field execution, coordinating labor, materials, quality, safety, and commissioning across the full lifecycle. You will work with field managers, project engineers, and vendors to keep documentation up to date, support bidding and procurement, and ensure on-time delivery and compliance with RKMI policies.

This role emphasizes hands-on coordination, analytical thinking, and a collaborative approach to drive

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating labor and materials on field projects.
• Ability to manage safety, quality, and commissioning activities.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily project documentation such as time cards and reports.
• Coordinate pre-construction meetings and permits.
• Manage procurement, delivery, and change orders with purchasing and Field Manager.
• Develop and track CPM schedule input from Field Manager(s).
• Ensure safety program compliance and support accident reporting.

Skills

Field engineering

Project coordination

Labor/resource planning

Quality assurance

Documentation

Education

College/University graduate

Job description

Description

Join our team as a Field Engineer and play a critical role in turning project plans into successful field execution. You’ll support field leadership by coordinating labor, materials, quality, safety, and commissioning activities while maintaining the systems and documentation that keep projects running smoothly. If you’re organized, detail‑oriented, and enjoy working closely with field managers, project managers, and engineers to drive quality, productivity, and profitability, this role offers hands‑on involvement across the full project lifecycle.

RK Company Overview

RK Industries is a second‑generation family‑owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together, we deliver construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety, quality, and craftsmanship.

People join RK for the craftsmanship, complexity, and the ability to make a real impact. Our in‑house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions, creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects, mentorship from experienced builders, and opportunities that stretch your skill set.

With RK University, accredited apprenticeships, competitive benefits, and deep community investment, RK offers the stability of a family‑owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.

Position Summary

Maintenance and administration functions in support of field managers in the execution, tracking and management of: labor resources, quality control and quality assurance processes, safety administration, start‑up and commissioning administration as well as project tool management. Work with field leadership, PE and PM on internal coordination necessary for successful completion of projects.

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure daily corporate documentation is completed and up to date, including time cards, daily reports, additional work authorizations, receiving documents, as-built drawings, etc.
• Coordinate and attend RKMI in‑house pre‑construction meetings.
• Ensure permits and/or licenses are obtained and current for project.
• Coordinate timely completion and thorough buy‑out procedures on materials and equipment, in conjunction with the Field Manager and purchasing department.
• Collaborate with Field Manager to ensure Triangulation take‑offs are complete, accurate and on time.
• Responsible for maintaining project as-built drawings.
• Responsible for the administration of the signed subcontract requirements with respect to conformance with the agreement, contract documents, and change orders.
• Collaborate with PM and logistics department in the development, preparation, and finalization of RKMI’s mechanical construction CPM schedule with input from Field Manager(s).
• Coordinate ordering, processing, and delivery of materials and equipment with vendors and purchasing department.
• Responsible for proper execution of project quality control procedures during construction process, in accordance with the contract documents and RKMI’s policies and procedures.
• Responsible to manage the process of requisitions, return and /or transfer of project tools.
• Ensure that change order requests (COR’s) are processed in accordance with proper procedures, and that the Field Manager has information required for implementation.
• Collaborate with Field Manager (s) to provide take-offs for changed conditions.
• Coordinate and track take‑off orders, procurement and release of change order items with the purchasing department and Field Manager(s).
• Responsible for managing labor resource planning processes which include: development of labor resource charts, tracking and reviewing labor productivity reports and development of short interval plans in conjunction with the LRC (Labor Resource Chart) and LPR (Labor Productivity Report).
• Responsible for managing and coordination of the start‑up and commissioning process.
• Responsible for job closeout being performed in proper and efficient manner and keeping the Project Manager informed of closeout status including but not limited to: documentation, customer punch‑lists, Engineer of Record Observations, start‑up and commissioning, tools, demobilization, etc.
• Collaborate with Field Manager(s) to schedule daily and weekly scope of work activities.
• Monitor crafts compliance with company/project safety program requirements.
• Assist safety manger with preparation, documentation, and distribution of accident reports.
• Maintain proper journeyman to apprentice ratio
• Conflict Resolution.
• Execute, supervise and maintain CPMIS.
• Optimize the profitability of the company by demonstrating the ability of a decision maker with reliable and mature judgment.

Qualifications

• Indirect supervision.
• Fully competent in all conventional aspects of subject matter or functional area.
• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation/modification of standards.
• Devises new solutions to problems encountered.
• Independently performs most assignments with instruction
• Receives guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards.
• 3-5 years of experience in a related position.
• College/university graduate or equivalent combination of skills and experience generally expected for specified technical roles.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands‑on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law