Field Engineer - Mechanical Construction

JH Kelly, LLC; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 34,440 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – P r?

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K: 50% company match

Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD

Annual Performance Bonuses

Profit Sharing

Job summary

JH Kelly, LLC is seeking a Field Engineer (Mechanical Construction) in Boise. This entry‑level role is ideal for a recent graduate or early‑career professional eager to learn by doing, supporting field teams on large projects, and gaining exposure to mechanical and plumbing systems.

You’ll track progress, work with project engineers, and grow into leadership roles. You’ll develop in a hands‑on environment, using Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, and Revizto, while building trust with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, construction management, or equivalent hands‑on experience in a related field.
• 0‑2 years in construction or engineering internships, field coordination, or hands‑on trades experience.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and timeliness of follow‑through.
• Willingness to work in the field and learn construction from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Track delivery and installation progress for fabricated piping, hangers, valves, fixtures, and equipment.
• Monitor and update progress logs using project software (Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, Revizto).
• Support the punch list process—documenting, tracking, and verifying completion of quality items.
• Walk the job daily to observe installation, ask questions, and bring clarity back to the team.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Timeliness of follow-through

Excel

Bluebeam

Project management software

Willingness to work in the field

Learn construction from the ground up

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, construction management, or equivalent hands-on experience in a related field

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Revizto

Job description

Field Engineer - Mechanical Construction

At JH Kelly, we’re looking for a curious, hands‑on Field Engineer to support our construction operations in Boise. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional who wants to learn by doing — tracking real progress in the field, working alongside project engineers and managers, and getting hands‑on exposure to complex plumbing and mechanical systems.

About Us

Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth‑generation, family‑owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR, we’re an industry leader fueled by an award‑winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight‑knit culture.

A self‑starter organizer who thrives on responsibility and asks smart questions. You’re hungry to learn mechanical and plumbing systems hands‑on, comfortable (or quick to get comfy) with technical docs, construction software like Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, or Revizto, and building trust through follow‑through. Based in Boise, you’ll support field teams on large‑scale projects, walking jobs daily, tracking progress, and earning your spot as a go‑to technical partner. This entry‑level role is for ambitious builders ready to launch into Project Engineer, Manager, or Field Leadership paths.

Pay Range: $25 - $43 per hour (DOE), FLSA non‑exempt (overtime eligible).

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work‑life balance.
• 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
• Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
• Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit‑sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation for the past 10 years.

Here’s a deeper dive into what you’ll take on:

Tracking & Field Support

• Track delivery and installation progress for fabricated piping, hangers, valves, fixtures, and equipment.
• Monitor and update progress logs using project software (Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, Revizto, etc.).
• Support the punch list process—documenting, tracking, and verifying completion of quality items.

Work Package Exposure

• Assist Project Engineers with developing and updating work packages for fabrication, field installation, testing, and turnover.
• Support creation of as‑built, test plans, and tracking of installation sequencing.
• Learn to navigate models, drawings, and specs for both mechanical and plumbing systems.

Field Coordination & Learning

• Walk the job daily to observe installation, ask questions, and bring clarity back to the team.
• Attend coordination meetings and pull planning sessions as a support resource.
• Help with documentation and reporting on system status, area readiness, and schedule impacts.

Team Collaboration & Culture

• Build strong working relationships with foremen, field leadership, project engineers, and PMs.
• Earn trust through performance and contribute to a positive, high‑trust project culture.
• Show up as a calm, consistent, and capable technical partner on site.

What You’ll Learn: How real construction projects are built—from model to material to installation and turnover; reading and reconciling design docs with field conditions; communicating across teams, vendors, and crews; and using industry tools in modern workflows.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, construction management, or equivalent hands‑on experience in a related field.
• Experience: 0-2 years in construction or engineering internships, field coordination, or hands‑on trades experience.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and timeliness of follow‑through. Familiarity with Excel, Bluebeam, and project management software is a plus. Willingness to work in the field and learn construction from the ground up.
• Mindset: Curious self‑starter, unafraid to ask questions, thrives on early responsibility, and eager to see how projects come together.

Physical Requirements

This role requires frequent transitions between office and construction field settings. In the office, expect extended sitting at a computer with repetitive tasks like typing and phone use. In the field, be prepared for prolonged standing/walking on uneven terrain, climbing stairs, kneeling, crouching, crawling in tight spaces, and occasionally lifting 40 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for plans, inspections, and on‑site communication. Adapt to outdoor weather, site dress codes, PPE (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel‑toed boots), and occasional travel or non‑standard hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.