Electrical Designer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Designer, where your expertise will contribute to innovative projects in the power market. You will develop detailed electrical systems designs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate these designs into project plans. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, flexible work options, and a supportive environment that fosters growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the engineering field while building relationships and communities.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in electrical design or drafting.
• Proficient in conceptualizing electrical models in 2D/3D.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for power plants using SmartPlant3D.
• Ensure quality and meet customer expectations throughout projects.

Skills

Electrical Design

2D/3D Design Software

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting/Design

High School Diploma with Electrical Training

Tools

SmartPlant3D

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Electrical Designer - Kiewit Power Engineering

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Requisition ID: 176217

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are an innovative team of engineers and designers supporting diverse projects in the power market from concept to final construction. As an Electrical Designer, you will develop detailed electrical systems designs and 3D models, including component and systems layout, underground, grounding, cable tray, and lighting layouts that meet specifications, codes, and standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical designs into project plans. ENR ranks us #2 in Design in North America and #3 in Power delivery. Join us to be part of the best in the field!

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than structures—we build relationships, communities, and a better world. We support our employees with excellent health benefits, time off, flexible work options, a 401K plan, and growth opportunities. Your future is here. Join us to go beyond engineering and construction to build your career!

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. With over 3,000 professionals and 140 years of experience, we focus on constructability and safety to ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Our Power district specializes in structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, electrical, instrument, and control disciplines, focusing on EPC delivery for power facilities across North America, including gas-fired generation, power delivery, environmental retrofits, renewables, and water/wastewater projects.

Location

This position is based in our Lenexa, Kansas office. We offer relocation assistance for candidates willing to move to the Lenexa/Kansas City area.

Responsibilities

• Use SmartPlant3D and other design tools for layout, design, and drafting of electrical equipment and systems for power plants and related facilities, from concept to completion.
• Size cables and raceways appropriately.
• Design electrical equipment layouts in buildings, including duct banks, embedded conduits, cable trays, grounding, lighting, and lightning protection systems.
• Check and navigate 3D models using Navisworks for interferences and constructability.
• Create cable schedules by routing electrical cables in 3D environments.
• Calculate conduit fill and cable tray capacities according to NEC standards.
• Design pull boxes per NEC and state requirements.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, applying standards correctly.
• Seek feedback, work efficiently both individually and in teams.
• Identify scope changes during projects and adjust designs to stay within budget and schedule.
• Ensure quality and meet customer expectations.
• Support project development with miscellaneous tasks and participate in meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in electrical design or drafting.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting/Design preferred; high school diploma with electrical training acceptable.
• Experience with 2D/3D design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, SmartPlant3D, or similar.
• Proficient in conceptualizing electrical models in 2D/3D; power generation experience preferred, but strong industrial, oil & gas, or chemical plant experience is also acceptable.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Other Requirements

• Reliable attendance.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work productively.
• Effective communication and professionalism.
• Adherence to safety policies and instructions.
• Availability to work during normal hours, with overtime and weekend work as needed.
• Ability to work at various locations with varying conditions.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industries: Construction and Civil Engineering