Field Engineer-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions-Aiken, SC

Kiewit • Aiken, SC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking Field Engineers and Lead Field Engineers to join our Engineering Team that is focused on the carbon-free technologies. As a Field Engineer, you will report directly to the Project Manager. As a Field Engineer, you will be expected to be a job-site leader in health and safety, ensuring quality of reporting and workmanship, and that all engineering work is completed in a professional and ethical manner. The Field Engineer serves as a key member of the project team, supporting construction execution, project controls, safety, quality, contract administration, and field operations on DOE and advanced nuclear projects. Reporting directly to Project Management, this role acts as the link between engineering, construction, subcontractors, and project leadership while helping ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project execution. We are seeking Field Engineers of all disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil/Structural.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 2-5+ years of construction field experience.
• Experience supporting or leading engineering and construction activities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, ethics, and operational excellence.
• Ability to work in active construction environments and travel as required.
• US Citizenship required, and ability to pass a security background check to obtain a facility access badge
• 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.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to travel and relocate throughout the Southeast and Northwest as needed (SC, TN, ID).

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and specifications for construction crews.
• Support field layout, surveying, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor activities.
• Assist with work packages, quantity tracking, scheduling, and production reporting.
• Lead and participate in safety meetings, JHAs, toolbox talks, and jobsite safety reviews.
• Supervise daily field operations and support craft workforce execution.
• Maintain RFIs, daily reports, project correspondence, and project records.
• Support schedule updates, cost tracking, and job-cost reporting.
• Assist with change orders, contract administration, and project documentation.
• Support procurement activities, purchase orders, and subcontract administration.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and review plans and specifications.
• Analyze project risks and historical cost data.
• Assist with bid preparation and estimate development.

Benefits

• 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
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level