Mechanical CAD Design Intern — Build Real Infrastructure

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,582,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering in Lenexa, KS is offering a Mechanical CAD Design Intern position for Summer 2027. You will support drafting and design activities, learn industry standards, and contribute to P&ID drafting and 3D modeling under guidance from senior engineers.

The internship emphasizes hands-on use of SmartPlant, AutoCAD, Microstation, Smart3D and Revit, plus basic Office tools, while you develop design documentation, layout skills, and collaboration with internal teams to

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Associates degree in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology or related field.
• Knowledge of design software such as SmartPlant, AutoCAD, Microstation, Smart3D, Revit.
• Proficient in basic computing programs such as Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Utilize SmartPlant P&ID to draft Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) based on direction from design engineers.
• Create mechanical sketches, layouts, and detail drawings.
• Develop and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Develop the capability to navigate 3D models and check for interferences and constructability.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks to support project or department development.
• Coordinate with other design partners (both internal and external) including construction partners, and engineers and designers assigned to the project or task and review work progress and results.

Skills

CAD/Drafting fundamentals

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in CAD/Drafting

Tools

SmartPlant

AutoCAD

Microstation

Smart3D

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering in Lenexa, KS is offering a Mechanical CAD Design Intern position for Summer 2027. You will support drafting and design activities, learn industry standards, and contribute to P&ID drafting and 3D modeling under guidance from senior engineers.

The internship emphasizes hands-on use of SmartPlant, AutoCAD, Microstation, Smart3D and Revit, plus basic Office tools, while you develop design documentation, layout skills, and collaboration with internal teams to