Structural Designer - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions in Lenexa, KS (or Oak Ridge, TN) seeks entry level Structural Designers to grow with the team. You'll help establish and apply design standards, develop 3D models, and prepare drawings using Revit, AutoCAD, and related tools.

You will work under senior designers, participate in project meetings, ensure compliance with codes, and contribute to continuous improvement while advancing your drafting career.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in CAD & Drafting Technology or a related field required.
• Proficient in CAD programs (Revit, AutoCAD, GEOPAK, Navisworks) and familiar with current operating systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication with team members and across disciplines.
• Ability to interpret multi-discipline engineering and vendor documents for accurate drawing development.
• Commitment to completing assignments promptly and resolving checked drawings comments.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular project status updates to the Lead Designer and communicate deviations from standards to management.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant engineering codes, both national and local.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with team members on project tasks.
• Review and check designs for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance requirements.
• Develop and navigate 3D models from drawings and sketches, checking for interferences and constructability.
• Create detailed plan, general arrangement, and plot plan drawings with timely as-builts using RFIs, ECNs, and red-marked drawings.
• Support project development by completing tasks and developing guidelines, checklists, or knowledge documents.
• Contribute to Lessons Learned Database and resolve comments on checked drawings.
• Gather and organize information for accurate drawing development.

Skills

CAD drafting

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

3D modeling

Communication

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in CAD & Drafting Technology

Tools

Geopak

AutoCAD

Job description

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Structural Designer - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Location: Lenexa, KS, US Oak Ridge, TN, US

Requisition ID:181905

Job Level:Entry Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department:Drafting & Design

Market:Nuclear

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking entry level Structural Designers. We are looking for ideal candidates to grow the Kiewit team by helping establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools while also using 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 keeping a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions provides comprehensive engineering, procurement, and construction services throughout North America, with expertise spanning all facets of the nuclear sector—from carbon-free small modular reactors to Department of Energy initiatives. Our services support clients in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure industries.

Supported by Kiewit's 140-year tradition of excellence, our integrated teams deliver solutions that distinguish us within the market. As our nuclear operations continue to grow, adding new locations across the United States, we remain steadfast in our commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, equipping our professionals with advanced technologies and resources.

Joining our team offers unique opportunities for growth and achievement. Employees benefit from rigorous training, continuous skill development, and participation in impactful projects across North America. In addition to a dynamic work environment, Kiewit provides competitive health benefits, a 401k plan, and avenues for professional advancement.

Kiewit offers a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets. With more than 2,000 engineers and design professionals, our expertise spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets.

Location

This role is in Oak Ridge, TN or Lenexa, KS.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular project status updates to the Lead Designer and communicate deviations from standards to management.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant engineering codes, both national and local.
• Participate in project meetings as required and collaborate effectively with team members on project-related tasks.
• Review and check designs for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance requirements prior to submission.
• Develop and navigate 3D models from drawings and sketches, checking for interferences and constructability.
• Create detailed plan, general arrangement, and plot plan drawings, ensuring proper filing and timely completion of as-builts using RFIs, ECNs, and red-marked drawings.
• Support project development by completing various assigned tasks and developing guidelines, checklists, or knowledge documents as needed.
• Contribute to the Lessons Learned Database and resolve comments on checked drawings to ensure continuous improvement.
• Gather and organize information necessary for the development of accurate drawings.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Computer Aided Design & Drafting Technology or a related field required.
• Proficient in computer-aided drafting programs (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, GEOPAK, Navisworks) and familiar with current computer operating systems.
• Effective communication skills—both verbal and written—with team members and across disciplines; must be able to use email, electronic meeting requests, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Ability to interpret multi-discipline engineering and vendor documents, and to organize information for accurate drawing development.
• Demonstrated commitment to completing assignments promptly and resolving comments on checked drawings, supporting continuous improvement.
• Professional representation of Kiewit when interacting with owners, contractors, vendors, and external contacts.
• Must be a US citizen with documentation for badge access
• Pass a security questionnaire and background check appropriate to position duties

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 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.

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.

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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