Field Engineer

AECO; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem eligible

Job summary

AE COM is seeking a Field Engineer to support federal facility assessment and hurricane recovery work in Kauai, Hawaii. You will connect engineering recommendations with field execution as teams evaluate damaged buildings, roofs, building envelopes, and utilities and move into emergency protection and permanent repairs.

This onsite role in Kauai requires collaboration with engineers, construction managers, and subcontractors, documenting site conditions, clarifying technical requirements, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• 4+ years of field engineering or construction engineering experience on facility or infrastructure projects.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Document damage assessments with field observations, measurements, photographs, and sketches to support repair scopes.
• Oversee subcontractor work.
• Review drawings, specifications, and engineering recommendations with construction teams to clarify technical requirements.
• Coordinate requests for information, submittals, and field questions with engineering and construction leads.
• Observe repairs and elevate unexpected site conditions or deviations requiring engineering review.
• Assist with quantities, material tracking, progress reporting, and coordination of inspections and testing.
• Maintain field records and support punch lists, as built documentation, and closeout while following site safety requirements.

Skills

Field engineering

Construction coordination

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: PPM
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Honolulu, HI - 1001 Bishop St
• Compensation: USD 77,000 - USD 109,000 - yearly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Field Engineer to support federal facility assessment and hurricane recovery work in Kauai, Hawaii. You will connect engineering recommendations with field execution as teams evaluate damaged buildings, roofs, building envelopes, and utilities and move into emergency protection and permanent repairs. Depending on assigned scopes, your work may support weatherproofing, water damage mitigation, debris clearance, or infrastructure restoration. Working alongside engineers, construction managers, and subcontractors, you will document site conditions, clarify technical requirements, and help resolve construction questions. This is an opportunity to see your technical work translate into practical repairs that restore essential facilities and support recovery.

This role will require an onsite presence in Kauai, Hawaii and is eligible for per diem related expenses when appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Document damage assessments with field observations, measurements, photographs, and sketches to support repair scopes.
• Oversee subcontractor work.
• Review drawings, specifications, and engineering recommendations with construction teams to clarify technical requirements.
• Coordinate requests for information, submittals, and field questions with engineering and construction leads.
• Observe repairs and elevate unexpected site conditions or deviations requiring engineering review.
• Assist with quantities, material tracking, progress reporting, and coordination of inspections and testing.
• Maintain field records and support punch lists, as built documentation, and closeout while following site safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline and 4+ years of field engineering or construction engineering experience on facility or infrastructure projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of field engineering or construction engineering experience supporting facility repairs, utility work, or infrastructure construction.
• Experience with federal facility projects, damage assessments, emergency repairs, and multidisciplinary technical coordination.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.