Field Engineer Jobs at Kiewit with Visa Sponsorship
Field Engineer jobs at Kiewit span power, oil and gas, and infrastructure projects, with the company often sponsoring work visas for qualified candidates joining large-scale construction and engineering programs. If you're pursuing U.S. work authorization, Kiewit's project-driven hiring model creates real pathways for international engineers.
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Requisition ID: 181926
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Constructors District
Department: Field Operations
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Field Engineer II, you will be the primary and lead engineer on the Project, and report directly to the Project Manager. All field level and office level Engineers report directly to the Engineer II. As an Engineer II, 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. Your main functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, and project reporting, and you will play an advisory role to Project Management for contractual, legal, and other project issues.
District Overview
Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power plant and solar projects throughout North America.
Location
* Various Locations
One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.
Responsibilities
Field Engineering:
- Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
- Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
- Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
- Assist in field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built data
- Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets
- Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
- Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
- Order and schedule material deliveries
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite
- Supervise field operations
Office Engineering:
- Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications and other contract documents
- Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations
- Assist Engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
- Assist in preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
- Assist in schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others
- Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums
- Assist with entering data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management
- Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager
- Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations
Estimating:
- Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid
- Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator
- Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents
Qualifications
- Ability to travel and relocate as needed
- 3+ years' construction field experience
- Work experience in engineering and leading engineers
- Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related
- Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
- Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
- Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
- Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
- Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
- Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
- Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
Other Requirements:
- 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. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Align Your Credentials to Kiewit's Project Types
Kiewit Field Engineers work on power generation, pipeline, and heavy civil projects. Frame your resume around hands-on site experience in energy or industrial construction, since office-based engineering experience carries less weight here.
Target Rotational Programs for Earlier Entry
Kiewit's Field Engineer hiring often flows through structured rotational programs designed for new graduates. Applying directly to these programs, rather than posted project roles, puts you in a pipeline that's built around sponsoring early-career international hires.
Confirm OPT STEM Extension Eligibility Before Applying
Civil and construction engineering degrees typically qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Verify your program's CIP code through your DSO before accepting an offer, so Kiewit's HR team can plan your work authorization timeline accurately.
Understand How Project-Based Hiring Affects H-1B Timing
Kiewit ties many Field Engineer offers to specific project starts. If your H-1B filing window and a project's mobilization date don't align, negotiate a start date that lands after October 1 to avoid gaps in authorized employment.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Kiewit Field Engineer Openings by Visa Type
Kiewit posts Field Engineer roles across dozens of locations and project types simultaneously. Use Migrate Mate to filter active openings by the visa categories Kiewit sponsors, so you're applying to roles where your specific status is already supported.
Prepare for DOL Prevailing Wage Requirements Early
For H-1B and PERM filings, DOL prevailing wages for Field Engineers vary significantly by project location. Ask your offer contact which wage level Kiewit intends to file under, since a Level I filing for a senior site role can create downstream Green Card complications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for Field Engineers?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for Field Engineers. The company has a consistent track record of filing H-1B petitions for engineering hires in its energy and construction divisions. Sponsorship is most common for candidates entering through structured Field Engineer programs or joining projects where a qualifying specialty occupation role is clearly defined. Your employer files the H-1B petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How do I apply for Field Engineer jobs at Kiewit?
Applications go through Kiewit's careers portal, where Field Engineer roles are posted by district and project type. Many entry-level Field Engineer positions are tied to Kiewit's rotational development program, so filtering for those specifically gives you the highest chance of landing a sponsorship-eligible offer. You can also browse active Kiewit Field Engineer openings filtered by visa type on Migrate Mate.
Which visa types does Kiewit commonly use for Field Engineers?
Kiewit sponsors a range of visa types for Field Engineers, including H-1B, F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates, TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals, J-1 visa for training programs, and employment-based Green Cards through EB-2 or EB-3 for longer-term hires. The right category depends on your nationality, degree, and where you are in your career when you receive an offer.
What qualifications does Kiewit expect for Field Engineer roles?
Kiewit typically looks for a bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or construction engineering. For visa sponsorship purposes, the degree field needs to align directly with the role's duties to satisfy the H-1B specialty occupation requirement. Hands-on site experience in power, pipeline, or heavy industrial construction strengthens your application significantly, since Kiewit's Field Engineers are embedded on active jobsites from day one.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Kiewit Field Engineer offer?
Timeline depends on your visa category. F-1 OPT authorization through USCIS can take up to 90 days, so apply early if your graduation date is approaching. H-1B petitions have an October 1 start date tied to the annual cap, meaning offers made in spring may not convert to H-1B status until the following fall. PERM-based Green Card processes typically run one to three years and usually begin after you've established tenure in the role.