Structural Designer - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking entry level Structural Designers in Oak Ridge, TN or Lenexa, KS. You will help establish and apply company drafting standards, develop 3D models, and generate detailed drawings while growing your technical and professional career.

Ideal candidates bring CAD proficiency (Revit, AutoCAD, GEOPAK, Navisworks) and strong communication. This role supports safety, quality, and project success in a nuclear environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in CAD/Drafting Technology or related field is required.
• Proficiency in CAD tools and familiarity with design documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a team across disciplines.
• Commitment to timely completion of assignments and continuous improvement.
• US citizenship with badge-access documentation; able to pass security checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular project status updates to the Lead Designer and report deviations.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant national and local engineering codes.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with team members on tasks.
• Review designs for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance needs.
• Develop and navigate 3D models from drawings and sketches, check interferences.
• Create detailed plan, general arrangement, and plot plan drawings with as-builts.
• Support project development by completing tasks and creating guidelines or checklists.
• Contribute to lessons learned and resolve comments on drawings for improvement.
• Gather information needed for accurate drawing development.

Skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Security/compliance awareness

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in CAD/Drafting Technology

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

GEOPAK

Navisworks

Job description

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.

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

• 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 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.