Field Engineer: Travel-Ready, Growth & Impact in Energy

Kiewit; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KIEWIT is seeking an Entry Level Field Engineer to join the Power Delivery team. You will contribute to building energy infrastructure, collaborate with engineers and craft professionals, and support project controls, safety, quality, and scheduling on active sites.

Expected to relocate and travel as required, you’ll work across locations in North America, gaining hands-on experience from initial site setup through commissioning while upholding our safety standards and 'Nobody Gets Hurt'

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in safety practices and OSHA standards.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Experience with project scheduling and cost control techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with industry software is a plus.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a dynamic team to build, estimate, and schedule mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial construction projects
• Prepare detailed work plans and schedules to guide project execution
• Ensure quality control, manage and track costs, purchase and manage materials, and maintain schedule and equipment logistics
• Administer safety programs with strict adherence to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” philosophy
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with owners and stakeholders
• Support both administrative and field operations: review drawings/specs, perform material takeoffs, and prepare cost estimates
• Supervise subcontractors, coordinate with vendors, and uphold high construction standards

Skills

Construction safety

Reading drawings

Project scheduling

Cost control

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Relocation willingness

Field safety

Independent work

Quality orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hard Dollar

Revit

SAP

ProLog

Primavera P6

Job description

KIEWIT is seeking an Entry Level Field Engineer to join the Power Delivery team. You will contribute to building energy infrastructure, collaborate with engineers and craft professionals, and support project controls, safety, quality, and scheduling on active sites.

Expected to relocate and travel as required, you’ll work across locations in North America, gaining hands-on experience from initial site setup through commissioning while upholding our safety standards and 'Nobody Gets Hurt'