Electrical Field Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery

Kiewit•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

The Electrical Field Engineer oversees electrical engineering activities at job sites, ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient execution of electrical installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance. The role serves as a field subject-matter expert, providing technical direction to field engineers, subcontractors, and construction teams, and acts as a liaison among site operations, engineering design teams, and project management. The position is based out of Lenexa, Kansas, and may involve work at various locations and under varying conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Typically 5–10+ years of experience in electrical field engineering, construction, commissioning, or related roles.
Proven experience leading field engineering teams on large-scale industrial, utility, commercial, or infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding of electrical power systems, protection schemes, and industrial control systems.
Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and engineering specifications.
Experience with testing equipment such as multimeters, insulation resistance testers, relay test sets, and grounding testers.
Familiarity with applicable codes and standards, including NEC, IEEE, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements.
Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work on active construction sites.
Willingness to travel and work extended hours depending on project needs.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet site access requirements.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Ability to work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Ability to perform work safely and effectively and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site technical expertise for electrical systems, including power distribution, grounding, lighting, control systems, and associated equipment.
Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications to support installation and commissioning.
Troubleshoot technical issues and provide real-time resolutions to minimize schedule disruptions.
Lead, guide, mentor, and support field engineering team members.
Coordinate electrical installation activities with construction, mechanical, civil, and instrumentation teams.
Review design documents for constructability and identify potential conflicts or improvements.
Support procurement by reviewing vendor documentation, equipment data sheets, and technical submittals.
Plan work, monitor progress, and mitigate potential delays to help maintain project schedules.
Perform site inspections to verify compliance with engineering standards, project specifications, and electrical codes.
Oversee testing and commissioning of electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, motors, protection systems, and control panels.
Prepare and review test procedures, work packages, method statements, and turnover documentation.
Ensure work meets safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Promote and enforce company and site safety policies.
Conduct safety reviews for electrical tasks, including lockout/tagout, energized work permits, and arc-flash protection boundaries.
Identify potential safety hazards and implement corrective measures.
Maintain field records, including redlines, daily reports, test results, and equipment status logs.
Provide regular project updates to site leadership and project management.
Support preparation of turnover packages and final documentation for commissioning and client acceptance.