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Mechanical Field Engineer / Coordinator

Kiewit
Darlington
1 week ago
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Position OverviewDistrict Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Canada. is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides wholistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Location

The position will be based on our project in Darlington, ON. The successful candidate will be local to Darlington, Oshawa or surrounding areas, or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities
  • Assist in preparing requisitions and documentation such as drawings, bill of materials, and system records, ensuring alignment with design specifications and standards.
  • Help draft technical specifications and RFQs to support proposals and project execution.
  • Review vendor quotations and support the evaluation process based on performance, pricing, and guarantees.
  • Identify basic purchasing needs for materials and services under guidance.
  • Support the selection and application of quality assurance programs for procured items.
  • Review customer specifications and design documents with supervision.
  • Collaborate with design teams and clients to address design-related questions and updates.
  • Participate in constructability reviews and help resolve design issues with engineering teams.
  • Organize and maintain documentation to support work package preparation and design compliance.
  • Communicate technical and quality requirements to teams preparing construction drawings and procedures.
  • Contribute to proposal development for engineering services and equipment.
  • Work closely with senior staff to learn and support project coordination activities.
  • Collaborate with trades supervision and quality specialists to help complete the CITP (Construction Inspection and Test Plan).
  • Assist in preparing commissioning and pre-operational test plans.
  • Participate in final walkdowns and help document punch list items for construction close-out.
  • Support the creation of technical drawings and schematics with internal and external teams.
  • Help address non-conformance reports (NCRs) and site requirements for permanent works.
  • Assist in managing design interface procedures and document control.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support project and team needs.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction, or a related field
  • 0–5 years of experience in engineering or project coordination
  • Interest in pursuing a P.Eng designation
  • Familiarity with construction drawings, materials, and basic engineering principles
  • Some experience with tools like AutoCAD, SAP, or scheduling software is a plus
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Willingness to work in both office and field environments
Working Conditions

There is no specific content provided for this section in the original text. The role may involve standard office and field environments with potential variation by project location.

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 full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.


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