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

Kiewit; Kansas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join their innovative team. This role involves utilizing advanced 3D design software to create detailed models and drawings for various piping systems in industrial and power generation facilities. You will collaborate with a diverse team, ensuring compliance with industry standards and delivering exceptional design solutions. The company offers a rich history of engineering excellence and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career while contributing to impactful projects across North America.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of 3D modeling experience in industrial and power facilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Aided Design or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize 3D design software to create equipment models and provide guidance.
• Design piping systems and generate isometric drawings for facilities.

Skills

3D Modeling

Piping Design

Technical Guidance

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in CAD or Engineering

Tools

SmartPlant 3D

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Microstation

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

Location: Lenexa, KS, US; Aiken, SC, US; Oak Ridge, TN, US

Requisition ID: 175998

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. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

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 live in and 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Utilize 3D design software such as SmartPlant 3D, Bentley OpenPlant, AutoCAD Plant 3D (or other 3D design software) to create 3D equipment models based on equipment drawings and provide technical guidance to lower-level designers/drafters to ensure work is completed accurately and to our standards.
• Design piping systems and generate isometric drawings for systems typical of industrial facilities and power generation facilities, including process steam, process water, drains, and general plant/facility water, compressed air, and gas systems, condensate, blowdown, circulating water, cooling and chilled water, and underground piping utilities.
• Perform early project design work related to facility layout and equipment general arrangement.
• Develop, monitor, and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Navigate 3D models and check for interferences and constructability.
• Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFIs, providing creative design solutions, etc.
• Coordinate with other design partners (both internal and external) including construction partners, equipment suppliers, and other engineers and designers assigned to the project or task and review work progress and results.
• Develop schedules, work assignments, staffing requirements, and support detailed estimates to ensure successful project completion.
• Train, mentor, and advise lower-level designers and support staff on proper application of industry standards and best practices.
• Report task progress to Lead Designer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with design software such as SmartPlant 3D (or similar plant design 3D software) and Microstation and AutoCAD required.
• A minimum of 10-15 years of 3D modeling/detailed design experience is required, with the ability to perform 3D piping design, equipment layout, and develop construction drawings. Experience validating and coordinating with other disciplines for compliance with layouts.
• Experience in Nuclear, Industrial, Power, Oil and Gas, performing balance of plant type of design (piping, pumps, valves, heating, cooling systems) is required. Must have experience in pipe support design, equipment layout, and installation of systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• DOE and Commercial Nuclear experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be a US Citizen or US permanent resident.

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.

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.