Electrical Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Power Engineering in Lenexa, KS seeks an entry-level Electrical Engineer to support design, calculations, and project delivery for power facilities. You will review drawings, develop basic calculations, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams to keep projects on track.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Master’s in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, teamwork, and a safety-minded approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• GPA above 3.0 preferred.
• Interest in power systems engineering.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; team player.

Responsibilities

• Check wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, schematics, data sheets.
• Prepare basic engineering calculations and drawings.
• Coordinate with vendors and other engineers.
• Maintain engineering records and project documentation.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Team player

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Electrical design software

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Location: Lenexa, KS, US

Requisition ID:182413

Job Level:Entry Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Power Engineering

Market:Power

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As an entry-levelElectrical Engineer, you will be a part of a growing team that supports all aspects of the construction process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing electrical calculations, developing plans, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to keep our construction crews safe.

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Our rapidly growing Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in‑class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:

• Gas‑fired generation
• Renewables and new technology
• Water/wastewater

We are a high performing team of engineers and designers that develop projects through the project life-cycle engaging exciting projects throughout North America. Our staff leads the industrial markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit’s construction teams to approach construction-driven engineering with a focus on safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

Location

This position is based out of our Lenexa, KS office.

Responsibilities

• Checking manufacturer's wiring drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, data sheets and similar drawings
• Researching and analyzing requirements from various engineering standards, contracts and proposal documents
• Preparing basic engineering calculations and drawings following Kiewit Power Engineers standards
• Providing draft equipment specifications for major electrical equipment
• Performing bid evaluationsCoordinating electrical equipment contracts directly with equipment vendors
• Maintaining engineering records and lists as required
• Developing and managing cable and termination information utilizing plant design software
• Coordinating work with other engineers, designers, project managers, construction personnel and vendors
• Developing familiarity with departmental design standards, applicable engineering codes, and Kiewit Power Engineers policies

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educationand/or Experience

The individual must:

• Have aBachelor's or Master's Degreein Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• Above 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
• Demonstrate interest in power systems engineering
• Possess excellent organizational and communication skills
• Be a team player

Computer skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. The individual will develop familiarity with and learn to use the electrical department design software tools.

Other Requirements:

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance 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 or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.