Field Engineer, Mechanical at Aecon Group Inc. in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States | Kablio

Role

Description

site engineering

field inspections

construction reports

schedule management

design changes

start‑up packages

Provide on‑site engineering expertise, interpret and adjust designs to mitigate construction delays.
Facilitate construction and start‑up activities and ensure compliance with design drawings and specifications through daily field inspections.
Prepare construction reports, submittals, and miscellaneous documents for project management.
Communicate daily with construction and design teams to resolve problems and coordinate subcontractor activities.
Develop, update, and monitor project planning and schedules.
Document and distribute design changes and field modifications, working with subcontractors, vendors, and home‑office engineering.
Assist in assembling start‑up work packages and resolving issues with equipment manufacturers.
Apply construction standards and advanced mechanical engineering techniques to resolve design issues under limited direction.
Collaborate to expedite RFI responses and minimize schedule impacts.

Requirements

10+ years

mechanical installation

industrial projects

bachelor engineering

us citizenship

Aecon is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience, offering a full spectrum of industrial services including power, infrastructure, and utility projects. The Mechanical Field Engineer role interfaces between cross‑functional engineering groups and the construction site team, ensuring adherence to engineering plans and specifications to support the project schedule. U.S. citizenship is required.

Minimum 10 years of mechanical installation experience on industrial projects, preferably in power plants.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

We invest in our people through mental, emotional, and physical well‑being services, Aecon University and leadership programs, and inclusive initiatives such as DEIA training, Women in Trades, Diversity in Trades, and employee resource groups. Additionally, we are leaders in sustainable construction, minimizing environmental impact.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

C$9.7B Backlog

Record Project Orders

Signifies a substantial and growing pipeline of construction and infrastructure projects.

C$150M Investment

Utilities Expansion Fund

Strategic financial backing to bolster and expand utilities infrastructure development.

From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877.
Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works.
Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations.
Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments.
Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development.
While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions.
Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

Culture + Values

Safety First - Ensuring a safe, healthy work environment and fostering a 'zero injury' culture.
Trust and Candour - Conducting ourselves professionally, with candour, respect, and integrity.
Passion for Excellence - Being pace-setting and innovative, always striving to find a better way, and doing it right the first time - every time.
A People Focused, Learning Culture - Developing the best leaders and realizing the full potential of our people. Learning is core - we never stop trying to improve.
Results Oriented - Having a 'do whatever it takes' attitude. Empowered and entrepreneurial operations within a common framework of values, strategies, and key processes.

Environment + Sustainability

30% CO₂ Reduction

CO₂ Emissions Intensity Target

Aims to reduce CO₂ emissions intensity (Scopes 1 & 2) by 30% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels.

59% Revenue from Sustainability

Revenue Linked to Sustainability Projects

59% of 2024 revenue is tied to projects focused on climate change mitigation, energy transition, renewable energy, and water management.

78% Backlog Sustainability

Backlog Linked to Sustainability

78% of the company's backlog is connected to sustainability-related projects, highlighting a strong focus on environmental initiatives.

34% Early Target Achievement

Early Achievement of 2030 Target

Surpassed the 2030 target for Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity reduction by achieving a 34% cumulative reduction by 2024, relative to revenue.

Net‑zero target for Scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2050
20% cumulative Scope 1 & 2 GHG reduction by end of 2023 (vs 2020)
Projects include grid‑scale SMR, nuclear refurbishments, Oneida Energy Storage, Site C hydroelectric, Réseau express métropolitain, Surrey Langley SkyTrain
Approved science‑based near/long‑term emissions targets; SBTi‑verified net‑zero by 2050
Envision‑qualified company; offers employee Envision certification
Silver Certification from Progressive Aboriginal Relations; procured $127 M Indigenous goods/services in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

$275M Procured

Indigenous Procurement

Significant investments in Indigenous goods and services were made in 2023 and 2024.

0.89 Injury Frequency

Safety Metrics

Improved workplace safety with a low Total Recordable Injury Frequency in 2023.

Inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan established
Silver Certification in Progressive Aboriginal Relations
Established three Indigenous‑led joint ventures
Expanded Aecon Women in Trades program (added nuclear cohort)
Inclusion stated as core value alongside Safety Always, Integrity and Accountability
Committed to inclusion through equitable opportunities, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, Women in Trades and Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups

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Role

Description

site engineering

field inspections

construction reports

schedule management

design changes

start‑up packages

Provide on‑site engineering expertise, interpret and adjust designs to mitigate construction delays.
Facilitate construction and start‑up activities and ensure compliance with design drawings and specifications through daily field inspections.
Prepare construction reports, submittals, and miscellaneous documents for project management.
Communicate daily with construction and design teams to resolve problems and coordinate subcontractor activities.
Develop, update, and monitor project planning and schedules.
Document and distribute design changes and field modifications, working with subcontractors, vendors, and home‑office engineering.
Assist in assembling start‑up work packages and resolving issues with equipment manufacturers.
Apply construction standards and advanced mechanical engineering techniques to resolve design issues under limited direction.
Collaborate to expedite RFI responses and minimize schedule impacts.

Requirements

10+ years

mechanical installation

industrial projects

bachelor engineering

us citizenship

Minimum 10 years of mechanical installation experience on industrial projects, preferably in power plants.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

C$9.7B Backlog

Record Project Orders

Signifies a substantial and growing pipeline of construction and infrastructure projects.

C$150M Investment

Utilities Expansion Fund

Strategic financial backing to bolster and expand utilities infrastructure development.

From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877.
Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works.
Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations.
Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments.
Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development.
While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions.
Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

Culture + Values

Safety First - Ensuring a safe, healthy work environment and fostering a 'zero injury' culture.
Trust and Candour - Conducting ourselves professionally, with candour, respect, and integrity.
Passion for Excellence - Being pace-setting and innovative, always striving to find a better way, and doing it right the first time - every time.
A People Focused, Learning Culture - Developing the best leaders and realizing the full potential of our people. Learning is core - we never stop trying to improve.
Results Oriented - Having a 'do whatever it takes' attitude. Empowered and entrepreneurial operations within a common framework of values, strategies, and key processes.

Environment + Sustainability

30% CO₂ Reduction

CO₂ Emissions Intensity Target

Aims to reduce CO₂ emissions intensity (Scopes 1 & 2) by 30% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels.

59% Revenue from Sustainability

Revenue Linked to Sustainability Projects

59% of 2024 revenue is tied to projects focused on climate change mitigation, energy transition, renewable energy, and water management.

78% Backlog Sustainability

Backlog Linked to Sustainability

78% of the company's backlog is connected to sustainability-related projects, highlighting a strong focus on environmental initiatives.

34% Early Target Achievement

Early Achievement of 2030 Target

Surpassed the 2030 target for Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity reduction by achieving a 34% cumulative reduction by 2024, relative to revenue.

Net‑zero target for Scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2050
20% cumulative Scope 1 & 2 GHG reduction by end of 2023 (vs 2020)
Projects include grid‑scale SMR, nuclear refurbishments, Oneida Energy Storage, Site C hydroelectric, Réseau express métropolitain, Surrey Langley SkyTrain
Approved science‑based near/long‑term emissions targets; SBTi‑verified net‑zero by 2050
Envision‑qualified company; offers employee Envision certification
Silver Certification from Progressive Aboriginal Relations; procured $127 M Indigenous goods/services in 2024

Inclusion & Diversity

$275M Procured

Indigenous Procurement

Significant investments in Indigenous goods and services were made in 2023 and 2024.

0.89 Injury Frequency

Safety Metrics

Improved workplace safety with a low Total Recordable Injury Frequency in 2023.

Inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan established
Silver Certification in Progressive Aboriginal Relations
Established three Indigenous‑led joint ventures
Expanded Aecon Women in Trades program (added nuclear cohort)
Inclusion stated as core value alongside Safety Always, Integrity and Accountability
Committed to inclusion through equitable opportunities, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, Women in Trades and Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups

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