Manager, Field Engineering

Come Build Your Career at Aecon

As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

About Us

With over 50 years of nuclear experience; Aecon reputation for reliability, safety, and performance has continually made us a contractor of choice. We offer an unparalleled depth of expertise and a broad range of capabilities that can be called upon to deliver an integrated solution to virtually any nuclear challenge. Aecon broad range of services and seamless solutions to our clients on numerous projects, from plant modifications to a long-term maintenance contract for nuclear facilities, design-build ISFSI, reactor overhaul or large component replacement for plant life extension, site preparation & large component removal for decommissioning, specialty welding and cutting tool and site services, safety class component, pipes and custom steel fabrication.

Aecon has kept pace with the increasingly challenging demands of the industry – the need for more capacity, greater efficiency, innovation, and more stringent environmental controls; we achieve this all while maintaining our unparalleled commitment to safety. Safety First is our number one core value and it is deeply ingrained at all levels of our organization, from leadership through our frontline workers. We firmly believe that positive results can only be achieved by providing safe, healthy, working conditions and impeccably maintained equipment.

When it comes to the of future nuclear projects, we have the capabilities to manage engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance, and fabrication services including project development, project management and project financing. From design and engineering to construction delivery, and project finance, we work tirelessly to make expectations a reality. 

The Field Engineering Manager will support the various projects by reviewing their current practices and course correcting to best utilize the resources to support efficient performance of the work in the field. They will review staffing levels and execution plans to determine best practices for all teams and ensure personnel leadership supports continuous improvement of our staff members.  They will develop site drawings needed to support projects as needed. He/she will rewrite and revise processes and procedures developed by project planners to maximize efficiency for all project coordinator functions including Construction Work Package generation and execution. He/she will also develop new processes for doing business that allow for efficient field changes and support the site Design (Field) Engineers. They will establish an overall staffing plan for engineering needs that encompasses all nuclear projects and help facilitate moving the right people amongst projects to best develop our key talent and to ensure success of all projects in the US nuclear portfolio.  

Citizenship – Must be a US Citizen to apply for this position.

What You'll Do Here 

• Develop site drawings needed including the specifics of writing and executing Construction Work Packages, procuring and tracking nuclear materials, reading and reporting on schedules, progressing work, issuing and tracking subcontracts etc.
• Revise and re-write procedures developed by project planners as necessary to maximize efficiency and address any current gaps in the program
• Work with Human Resources to create an overall time-phased staffing plan for all US nuclear projects for engineering needs to address ramp up and ramp down periods across all projects and ensure mentorship, career progression and personnel development are considered by all projects
• Work with quality team to simplify procedures and pare down processes to meet minimum code requirements but maximize field efficiency of operation.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders on all US nuclear projects, acting as a home office support system for the site field engineering managers.
• Manage relationships with joint venture partner engineering firms and customers in support of site field engineering managers.
• Develop and review specialty welding and plant modification plans to support field activities.
• Review non-labor resource needs to support specialty welding and plant modifications.
• Support field construction management with the procurement process of specialty tooling as required.   

What You Bring To The Team

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in Mechanical  Engineering Design
• Familiarity with nuclear construction Work packages
• Familiarity with nuclear safety culture and principles
• Familiarity with Nuclear Welding and QA programs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to map processes and write procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Familiarity with Microsoft tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Automated welding and specialty machining equipment 

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the EEOC during any step of the application process, please click here.

At Aecon, we deeply appreciate the dedication and skills cultivated through military service. We encourage veterans to apply, recognizing the diverse perspective, resilience, and leadership abilities you bring. Your experiences are invaluable assets as we strive towards our shared goals.