Project Engineer-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions-Idaho Falls, ID

Kiewit; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Assistant Project Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on carbon-free technologies. This role involves overseeing the administrative and technical aspects of projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and mentorship skills, with a commitment to continuous improvement and safety. With a culture that promotes professional growth and development, this position offers the chance to work on exciting projects that impact communities across North America. Join a leader in the nuclear solutions market and propel your career forward.

Benefits

Top-tier medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' experience in construction or engineering is required.
• Knowledge of ASME Codes and engineering design practices is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering processes to meet project requirements and deadlines.
• Author and review designs and specifications in compliance with standards.
• Inspect field conditions and manage document control effectively.

Skills

Engineering Design Principles

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Undergraduate degree in Construction Management

Tools

Scheduling Software

Job description

Requisition ID: 174811

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking an Assistant Project Engineer to join our Engineering and Operations Team that is focused on carbon-free technologies such as Small Modular Reactors. The Assistant Project Engineer in this position must have an aptitude for practical engineering, a willingness to immerse one’s self in the position and rapidly learn the business, ability to work with little supervision, have strong leadership skills, and be willing to travel periodically. As an EPC Assistant Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the administrative and technical aspects of constructing a project, assisting in managing a team of field and cost engineers. Do you have strong interpersonal and information management skills? In this role, you will be the main conduit of information between the project manager and the team for technical, cost, schedule information. Do you have strong mentorship skills? You will have the opportunity to develop the people below you with a succession plan to project management. If this sounds like a match for you, read on!

District 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 Dept 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 within and support. We are committed to build 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 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’ll 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 it 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. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, joining Kiewit can bring a lifetime of personal success and satisfaction.

Location

The position is located in Idaho Falls, ID.

Responsibilities

• Perform integrated engineering processes to fulfill project requirements and achieve target dates.
• Author and review designs, specifications, analyses, and drawings in compliance with engineering principles and applicable standards.
• Prepare and review design concept drawings for equipment using input from various technical disciplines.
• Recognize, define, and resolve problems within assigned area.
• With regard to that portion of the work assigned, develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
• Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost-saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed.
• Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.
• Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software with input from other project management personnel.
• Manage document control; receive and log in new issue drawings and other contract documents; maintain document control log.
• Compliance with strict quality assurance standards and on-time delivery.
• Travel (less than 20% of time).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited, four-year university.
• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent.
• 3-5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering.
• Knowledge, application, and understanding of ASME Codes is desired.
• Excellent attention to detail and capability for producing error-free documents.
• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of engineering design practices and principles (e.g. interference checks, tolerance stack-ups, fits, GD&T).
• Experience with using industry codes to develop equipment design.
• Experience working with engineers and fabricators to develop designs and drawings.
• Experience in the preparation of equipment sizing calculations, P&ID, PFD, and General Arrangement drawings for skid mounted or permanent equipment packages.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• 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.