Sr. Mechanical Checker - Smartplant3D

Requisition ID:

 180456

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Senior Level Home District/Group:

 

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering Department:

 

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 Full Time Position Overview If you are viewing this job from other websites, we recommend you apply via our Kiewit website directly to this position at www.kiewitjobs.com. At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build large projects - we build careers! We are adding Senior level Mechanical Checkers highly skilled in Smartplant 3D to our Kiewit Industrial Engineering team with 7+ years of experience with relatable mechanical design and checking experience, 3D modeling for mechanical equipment/balance of plant systems for Industrial markets. If you are skilled in checking models, mechanical layouts, and piping systems we want to talk with you. We have opportunities for full time in our offices in Texas, Kansas and Colorado or contract opportunities remotely. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with subject matter experts, as you support he full spectrum of design, from conceptual (pre-FEED), to FEED to detailed design for design/build and EPC projects for facilities across North America. We have a diverse porfolio of work that includes Data Centers, Water and Wastewater treatment, Chemical facilities, and Campus/Utilities/Industrial Energy (small scale Power).

WHY KIEWIT?

If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to grow your mechanical skills - look no further! We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing infrastructure construction demands across the country. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success! District Overview Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 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 Design Group, which includes process, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Advanced Manufacturing, Heavy Manufacturing, Industrial Water treatment, Wastewater treatment and Campu/Utilities/Industrial energy. Location Full time positions can be located in our Houston Texas, Lenexa, Kansas, Lone Tree, Colorado, offices. We offer relocation assistance to our district office in Lenexa Kansas. Contract positions are available and can be worked remotely. Responsibilities

• Utilize SmartPlant 3D to create 3D equipment models based off equipment drawings. Draft sketches, P&ID's, and model 3D equipment for industrial facilities.
• Review mechanical drawings and 3D models for mechanical systems, equipment and piping for accuracy, completeness and adherence to engineering standards.

Check dimensions, tolerances and annotations to ensure they match engineering and construction requirements. May be involved with isometric drawings for systems typical for industrial energy, datacenters, bulk solids material handling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, chilled water systems, heat exchangers for water circulation, cooling distribution units (CDU), Computer Room Air Handling Units (CRAH), Fan Walls, Containment walls for Air cooling, fan walls, process steam, process water, drains, and general plant/facility water, compressed air, and gas systems.

• Perform early project design work related to facility layout and equipment general arrangement.
• Develop and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards. Lead projects and teams of mechanical designers.
• Identify inconsistences, clashes or missing information as well as check for constructability.
• Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFI's, providing creative design solutions, etc.
• Coordinate with other design partners (both internal and external) including construction partners, equipment suppliers, and other engineers and designers assigned to the project or task and review work progress and results.

Qualifications Bachelor's or Associates degree in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology or related field preferred with 7+ years in mechanical design, performing functions as outlined above. If no advanced degree, must have highschool or GED diploma and 12 years 3D modeling/mechanical design and/or checking in Smartplant 3D for industrial facilities.. A minimum of 7years' of industry related design experience preparing 3D models, and design documents for both mechanical systems and piping systems in Smartplant 3D/SP3DKnowledge of piping support design, equipment design/layout and installation of systems is required. Knowledge of piping design standards, specifications and procedures is required. Experience with mechanical design for Data Centers, for chilled water, CRAH, and CDU's highly desiredExperience drafting P&ID's, schematics, drawings, conceptual locations, equipment modeling/layout in 3D and routing pipe in 3D software is requiredStrong communication skills, ability to work as part of a team, detail orientation and strong problem solving skills requiredProficient in basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) #LI-JB1

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.

Base Compensation:

 $100,000 - $135,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) This posting will be active from: 04/17/2026 - 06/06/2026 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.