{"id":1678082,"url":"https://alion.io/job/kwh-constructors-field-engineer-level-ii-engineer-in-training","title":"Field Engineer Level II / Engineer In Training","company":{"id":3854277,"name":"KWH Constructors","domain":"kwhconstructors.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/kwh-constructors","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Paylocity","truth_index":null},"role":"Solutions","role_family":"Solutions","seniority":"middle","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":85000,"max":100000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":100000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":2,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-06-23T21:51:13Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-02","last_verified_at":"2026-10-03T00:20:46Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":101,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":101},"description":"Description\nKWH Constructors, Inc. is a privately owned, growing steel erector with a construction engineering subsidiary (Somerset Construction Engineering). We are looking for a Field Engineer Level II / Engineer In Training to join our team in the Seattle area. KWH is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent in the industry. KWH offers a competitive salary and benefits, plus the opportunity to help KWH grow into an industry leading steel erector in the US.\nIncorporated in Canada and the United States, KWH Constructors is a full service, turn-key construction company specializing in all erection-oriented projects. We are an engineered erector and installer of bridges, machinery, heavy equipment, and complex steel structures. When it comes to the challenging field of structural steel erection, KWH offers superior standards of performance and workmanship by a highly experienced team. From our structural engineers to our construction superintendents and field supervisors, the KWH team knows construction from start to finish. KWH uses innovative methods to complete jobs to the highest standards, in terms of quality, safety, cost efficiency, and environmental friendliness.\nResponsibilities:\nAssist in overseeing steel erection activities working with the Project Manager(s) and General Superintendent, Superintendent, General Foreman, and Foreman.\nMeet daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment, and resources are readily available for production to maintain schedule and within budget.\nCollect, coordinate, and analyze shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements, and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.\nProvide technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identify risk elements of production, materials, equipment, or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.\nEvaluate daily production, schedule, and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Document daily activities in HeavyJob and Autodesk Construction Cloud Build.\nNotify team members and manager of any significant schedule changes and recommend solutions for management consideration.\nProvide accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manage cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment, and Subcontractor needs.\nRecommend field material and asset purchases.\nReview project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work, and after work completes. Initiate and manage appropriate certificates, inspections, and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.\nAssist construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site.\nAssist the estimating team with project schedules and provide technical input as needed. Review structural steel erection estimates and proposals as required.\nAssist in the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.\nReconcile job close-out checklist with owner representative and field crews at the end of the project.\nMaintain knowledge of Company values and strategic plan.\nEnsure project and Company safety standards and environmental programs are adhered to.\nMaintain current contacts, and development new contacts, in the construction industry with a view to sourcing new steel erection opportunities in Washington and other US markets.\nBe an ambassador of the Company both internally and externally while liaising with Clients, Owners, and Unions.\nPhysical Demands / Work Environment:\nWork is performed in a combination standard office, field office, construction site, and hybrid / home environment. KWH is willing to work with all employees on a work environment that allows them to excel. However, as a Field Engineer Level 2, extensive time will be spent at field offices and construction sites.\nSubject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 75 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and extreme noise when conducting site visits and working in the field.\nKWH promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.\nWhat We Offer:\nCompetitive compensation package including vacation and paid sick leave.\nComprehensive benefit package including medical / extended health care, dental, and vision.\nSelf-directed company paid 401(k) contributions.\nSalary based on experience - $85,000-100,000 depending on experience and location.\n2 to 3 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience.\n13 paid holidays a year.\nSupport in obtaining a Professional Engineer and Structural Engineer designation.\nJob Type: Full-time, exempt.\nPlease, no unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.\nWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.\nRequirements\n2-4 years of construction experience, preferably including structural steel installation.\nSteel Bridge and Industrial construction experience is preferred.\nDegree in Civil or Construction Engineering or Construction Management is required.\nEIT registration is required.\nExperience with HeavyJob, HeavyBid, and or Autodesk Construction Cloud Build is advantageous.\nBeginner knowledge of crane / lifting operations and rigging, construction equipment and techniques, review of drawings and specifications, building materials, and applicable project standards.\nSite experience working with the structural ironworker trade is preferred.\nAbility to assume responsibility and interface and communicate effectively with others.\nMust be eligible to work in the US. 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