Mechanical Design Intern - Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering (Summer 2027)

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

Mechanical Design Intern - Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering (Summer 2027)

Location: Lenexa, KS, US

Requisition ID:181535

Job Level:Internship

Home District/Group:Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Department:Drafting & Design

Employment Type:Full Time Temporary

Position Overview

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering is seeking a Mechanical CAD Design Intern for our Lenexa, KS office . We are looking for ideal candidates to grow the Kiewit team by helping establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools while also utilizing these standards and tools to contribute to project success. Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve industrial, transportation, power, water, mining, marine, building and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by over 140 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 Industrial and Water Engineering Group, which includes mechanical, process, electrical, controls, structural and architectural disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery. The Industrial Group projects span markets such as advanced technologies; mining, minerals and metals; process industries; industrial energy; drinking water; wastewater treatment and biosolids; desalination; and industrial water.

Location

This position is based in our Lenexa, KS office.

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.

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).

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced office environment; must be able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously managing a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively; regularly sit, stand, walk and talk and listen; occasionally lift and move objects up to 30 pounds.

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.

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

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.

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