Nuclear Field Engineer: Build Critical Infrastructure

Aecon Concessions; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions is seeking a Field Engineer to support project management on a nuclear-related construction site in the United States. The role emphasizes compliance with design drawings and engineering standards, with close collaboration to ensure safety and quality across field activities.

You will review schedules, manage RFIs, coordinate drawings and material requirements, and ensure proper permits and inspections are in place.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a Civil Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years as a Field Engineer or Project Coordinator in large construction environments.
• Experience in quality control of rebar installation and concrete placement per ACI code.
• NQA-1 concrete structural construction experience, including foundations and underground work.
• Knowledge of construction equipment, drawings, materials, and project standards.
• Proficiency with construction software (Maximo, MicroStation, AutoCAD, SAP, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship required for access to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Meet daily with project crews to review the production schedule and confirm materials and resources are available.
• Coordinate shop drawings, design specs, material requirements, and project data for quality and contract compliance.
• Support development of technical requirements for work packages, planning, and scheduling.
• Identify risks that could impact budget or schedule.
• Prepare RFIs to clarify conditions.
• Record project quantities and controls using cost coding with finance teams.
• Review project specs for QA at start, during, and after work.
• Coordinate permits and inspections as needed.
• Plan field layout with crews and mark utility lines before production begins.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written and oral communication

Education

Civil Engineering education

Tools

Maximo

MicroStation

AutoCAD

SAP

Job description

Aecon Concessions is seeking a Field Engineer to support project management on a nuclear-related construction site in the United States. The role emphasizes compliance with design drawings and engineering standards, with close collaboration to ensure safety and quality across field activities.

You will review schedules, manage RFIs, coordinate drawings and material requirements, and ensure proper permits and inspections are in place.