Kiewit Nuclear Solutions- Electrical Designer-Lenexa, KS, Aiken, SC, & Oak Ridge, TN

Kiewit; Kansas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Designer to join their innovative team. This role involves designing and constructing electrical systems, utilizing advanced 3D modeling software to create efficient and effective designs. The company prides itself on its commitment to safety and excellence, providing employees with opportunities to enhance their skills and advance their careers. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will positively impact communities across North America, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical design and drafting disciplines.
• Proficient in 3D modeling and design software.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems from concept to completion.
• Coordinate with project teams and report progress.
• Ensure compliance with engineering codes and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical Design

3D Modeling

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

SmartPlant 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

8+ years in Design/Drafting

Tools

Navisworks

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Revit

SmartPlant 3D

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions - Electrical Designer - Lenexa, KS, Aiken, SC, & Oak Ridge, TN

Location: Knoxville, TN, US; Idaho Falls, ID, US; Overland Park, KS, US; Oak Ridge, TN, US; Boise, ID, US; Aiken, SC, US; Lenexa, KS, US

Requisition ID: 176017

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market, from carbon-free small modular reactors to Department of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets.

Our rapidly growing nuclear solutions business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we support. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft and staff with the best technology, processes, equipment, tools, and safety programs available.

We are an innovative team that prides itself on excellence through continuous improvement and an unwavering commitment to deliver for our clients. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit’s vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, industrial, as well as our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s core values of People, Integrity, Excellence, and Stewardship.

On our team, you will have the opportunity to see, design, and construct more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done but will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America.

Location

The ideal location for this position is Lenexa, KS. Management will consider other supporting locations based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets, and career goals of each team member.

Responsibilities

• Utilize applicable engineering national and local codes.
• Design duct bank, embedded conduit, cable tray, grounding, and lighting systems from concept to completion utilizing engineering documents, sketches, or vendor data.
• Report project progression updates and/or issues to project lead team.
• Coordinate with project team by utilizing the Project Database: Request for Review Process, Holds List, ECN, Request for information from other disciplines, and all other applicable functions.
• Develop 3D models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills.
• Check and navigate in the 3D models for interferences and constructability.
• Route electrical cables in a 3D environment to generate a cable schedule.
• Model electrical components using vendor submittals and electrical designs.
• Perform calculations to check allowable fill in conduits, cable tray systems, and pull boxes according to NEC.
• Perform layout of electrical equipment and properly size cables and raceways.
• Gather information needed to develop design and verify voltage separation requirements are met.
• Create plan drawings and details for electrical deliverables.
• Analyze, inspect, and construct designs while adhering to electrical quality standards and department procedures.
• Check design for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.
• Resolve checked drawings; prove and understand comments made.
• Act as a field resource to assist construction in field resolution on issues.
• Comply with company standards to produce quality deliverables.
• Report task progress to Lead Designer.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years’ experience in Design and/or Drafting disciplines with a background in electrical design.
• Experience utilizing 3D programs such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, or SmartPlant 3D; SmartPlant 3D experience is preferred.
• Must be able to conceptualize in a 3D environment.
• Ability to work in a growing, adaptive, and multi-discipline team environment.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction and oversight.
• Proficient in Navisworks software for design review, and basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• DOE and Commercial Nuclear experience preferred but not required.
• Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to represent Kiewit Engineering & Design Co. in a professional manner.
• Seeks feedback and uses it effectively.

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.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our full-time 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

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.