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JH Kelly Field Engineer - Industrial Construction in Bellingham, Washington
JH Kelly is Hiring an Experienced
Field Engineer
to join our Industrial Team in Bellingham, WA
About Us: Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly, LLC is a fourth-generation family-owned construction company and a recognized industry leader. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, Washington, and Milwaukie, Oregon, we specialize in commercial and heavy industrial projects. Our exceptional team, honored with national safety and quality control awards, thrives in a dynamic and family-oriented work environment. Explore our legacy, projects, and opportunities at https://www.jhkelly.com/
Summary: JH Kelly has grown into one of the largest industrial mechanical contractors in the Pacific Northwest. Our Industrial Projects encompass everything from building foundations, structural steel, and all types of process and material moving equipment to intricate process piping and instrumentation & control systems. As a self-performing industrial general contractor, we excel at completing complex, multi-craft projects under challenging schedule constraints.
The Field Engineer plays a vital role in collaborating within a team environment, actively participating in preconstruction processes, design and virtual construction, fabrication workflows, and the field installation of mechanical systems. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, resolving technical issues, and ensuring project specifications are met. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong problem-solving skills, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Most of the Field Engineer's work will be on-site, focusing on heavy industrial piping. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Salary Range: $30-$42 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible).
Key Responsibilities:
Participate in the creation and response to RFIs.
Piping and Process Equipment Installation.
Plan and coordinate work packaging to fit site-specific construction schedules.
Work with construction and design professionals in the main office and the job site.
Able to interpret and convey Engineer of Record Specifications and Design Documents.
Provide recommended solutions for day-to-day engineering/construction issues on a timely basis.
Assist with estimating takeoffs.
Perform additional tasks as assigned.
Relationships:
Maintain proactive and positive relationships within the crafts, including shop and field craft personnel, as well as supervision of coworkers
Maintain proactive and positive relationships with customer representatives, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, safety, CAD/BIM, accounting, and IT.
Experience / Qualifications:
Construction Management, Mechanical, Industrial, and Civil Engineering degree and/or equivalent experience or education.
Minimum of (1) years of experience in the industrial construction industry.
Preferred: A solid theoretical knowledge of Project Management, Construction Management, Construction Contracts, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and/or Safety.
Fully proficient with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam with intermediate skills in Excel.
Scheduling experience or education.
Pre-commissioning experience.
Proficient in reading P & ID's and Piping Isometrics.
Strong understanding of industrial piping and mechanical materials.
Working knowledge of B31.3 Process Piping.
Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC card.
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Necessary Skills:
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Self-starter, motivated, and takes initiative.
Organized and productive with the ability to adapt and work under pressure.
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects at hand.
Physical Requirements:
Physical requirements for this role include the ability to transition frequently between an office and a construction field setting. In the office, the individual must be able to sit for extended periods while working at a computer, performing repetitive tasks such as typing and using a mouse, and communicating by telephone. In the field, the individual must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven terrain, and climbing stairs as required. The role also necessitates the ability to kneel, crouch, and crawl to view/inspect tight spaces, as well as occasionally lifting 40 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for reading plans, inspecting work, and communicating on-site. The individual must also be adaptable to working outdoors in various weather conditions, adhere to site-specific dress codes, and comply with safety requirements by wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots. Flexibility to travel between job sites and work outside regular business hours when necessary is also required.
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Why Join JH Kelly?
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Career growth potential within a rapidly expanding organization.
A commitment to innovation and excellence.
Benefits Package:
Compensation: $30-$42 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible).
Annual Performance Bonuses.
Profit Sharing.
Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho coverage (JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums).
Paid Vacation (PTO model) and Holidays.
401K with a 50% company match of the first 6% employee contribution.
Life Insurance, AD & D, STD & LTD – paid 100% by JH Kelly.
Join us on this exciting journey! Apply now and become a part of the JH Kelly legacy.