Field Engineer Intern - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions seeks a Field Engineer Intern to support site engineering during construction of complex projects. You will interpret and adjust designs for site conditions, manage technical issues, and ensure work meets specifications, while coordinating with construction managers on field changes.

The role emphasizes safety, quality control, and collaboration across disciplines, with opportunities to advance as projects expand across the US.

Qualifications

• Reading engineering design documents, drawings and specifications to ensure completeness and constructability.
• Ability to communicate engineering solutions verbally and in writing for management, customers, peers, and craft personnel.
• Aptitude for conducting field verifications of construction work to enforce drawings, specs, and codes.
• Collaborative problem solving between design engineers and the constructor to resolve issues on site.
• Knowledge of basic construction engineering principles and safety.
• Detail-oriented with strong work ethic and reliability.
• US citizenship required; badge access and security screening will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support in estimating, construction formation, project execution, testing/inspection, and closeout.
• Maintains records of installed quantities and completed construction work.
• Performs permits/clearances, lockouts, Escort Agreements, and work authorizations prior to site work.
• Verifies work in progress to ensure safety, quality, environmental controls, and schedule compliance.
• Prepares procedures and technical documents as needed.
• May prepare/approve purchase requisitions for materials/services.
• Reviews lessons learned and collaborates with corporate teams on projects.

Skills

Reading drawings

Verbal & written communication

Field verifications

Collaborative problem solving

Construction safety

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

US citizenship for badge access

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Eng.

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

Position Overview

Are you eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects like first-of-their-kind small modular nuclear reactors or intricate facilities that bolster our national security mission? Kiewit is seeking top talent to help construct these critical projects upon which our nation's future relies.

As a Field Engineer Intern, you will assist as the construction site engineering resource and expertise throughout the construction of a project. You will be responsible for interpreting designs, adjusting designs to meet site conditions per protocol, managing technical issues, performing quality inspections, monitoring technical submittals, and ensuring configuration management. With your engineering discipline focus, you will support construction supervision and final technical approval of completed construction tasks to ensure construction conforms to design specifications. You will make decisions regarding methods independently, and working with the Construction Managers, apply financial commitment authority for field changes.

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions provides comprehensive engineering, procurement, and construction services throughout North America, with expertise spanning all facets of the nuclear sector—from carbon-free small modular reactors to Department of Energy initiatives. Our services support clients in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure industries.

Supported by Kiewit's 140-year tradition of excellence, our integrated teams deliver solutions that distinguish us within the market. As our nuclear operations continue to grow, adding new locations across the United States, we remain steadfast in our commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, equipping our professionals with advanced technologies and resources.

Joining our team offers unique opportunities for growth and achievement. Employees benefit from rigorous training, continuous skill development, and participation in impactful projects across North America. In addition to a dynamic work environment, Kiewit provides competitive health benefits, a 401k plan, and avenues for professional advancement.

Location

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions, headquartered in Lenexa, KS, manages projects and operates offices across the US. Candidates must be willing to travel and relocate as necessary. Specific project assignments and locations will be determined closer to the start date. Field engineers may rotate between field and office work.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support in all phases of estimating, construction formation, project execution, testing/inspection, and project closeout.
• Maintains records of installed quantities and completed construction work.
• Participates in obtaining any required permits/clearances, lockouts, Escort Agreements, and work authorizations prior to commencing work on site.
• Performs verification of work in progress to ensure requirements of safety, security, quality (technical drawings and specifications), environmental control, workmanship, and schedule are met.
• Assists in the preparation of procedures, administrative and technical documents.
• May prepare/approve purchase requisitions for materials and services.
• Review Lessons Learned and collaborate with corporate personnel, and other corporate partner projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering or related Degree
• Aptitude in reading and understanding engineering design documents, drawings, and specifications to ensure their completeness and constructability
• Ability to effectively communicate engineering solutions both verbally and in writing for management, customers, peers, and craft personnel.
• Aptitude for conducting field verifications of construction work to oversee, facilitate, and enforce compliance with drawings, specifications, national codes and standards.
• Aptitude in collaborative problem solving to resolve nuclear facility and infrastructure engineering issues in the field as the liaison between design engineers and the constructor.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic construction engineering principles.
• Knowledge of construction safety
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Strong work ethic – highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right
• Eligibility for this position requires sole US citizenship; the successful candidate must provide proof of US citizenship in order to obtain badge access to the site
• Candidate must complete security questionnaire and successfully clear site access requirements check
• All employees are subject and agree to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance, as applicable

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• 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.

Company: Kiewit