Civil Designer (Mid-Level) – Power Projects

Kiewit (Canada); Woodcliff Lake (NJ); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Voluntary wellness and employee</p>

Life insurance

Disability

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Power Engineering in the United States is seeking a Mid Level Design Engineer to join our Drafting & Design team. You will model in 2D/3D, coordinate with project teams, review designs for safety and operability, and help prepare as-builts and construction records.

This role offers exposure to large-scale power projects across North America, with opportunities for growth and hands-on training from day one.

Qualifications

• Diploma in drafting technology and 3-5+ years of civil design experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in utilizing a Computer-Aided Drafting program such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D. With possible support background using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GeoPak, InRoads, Navis Works, Google Earth
• Basic knowledge of the latest computer operating systems, spreadsheets, and databases
• Ability to effectively communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests
• Experience with solar PV layouts preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with modeling, both 2D and 3D, ensuring correct reference files are attached and model reference directory is up to date; develop models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills.
• Coordinate with project team by utilizing the Project Database; report project progression updates and or issues to Lead Designer as required.
• Assist in the review of designs for consistency, safety, operability and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.
• Help create guidelines, checklists or other applicable knowledge base documents as assigned.
• Collaborate with team members in design and drafting techniques to challenge abilities; provide constructive feedback to aid in employee development.
• Collaborate with various discipline and subsidiary groups to provide expertise and support business needs.
• Assist in completion of as-builts by utilizing RFIs, ECNs and red-marked drawings from construction to develop “Conformed to Construction Records” as required.
• Participate in project and layout meetings; coordinate and assist in activities of project team members.

Skills

Civil design experience

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Scheduling/meeting deadlines

Education

Diploma in drafting technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

GeoPak

InRoads

Navis Works

Google Earth

Job description

Kiewit Power Engineering in the United States is seeking a Mid Level Design Engineer to join our Drafting & Design team. You will model in 2D/3D, coordinate with project teams, review designs for safety and operability, and help prepare as-builts and construction records.

This role offers exposure to large-scale power projects across North America, with opportunities for growth and hands-on training from day one.