Substation Structural Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

• Requisition ID:

• 180148

• Job Level:

• Entry Level

• Home District/Group:

• Kiewit Power Engineering

• Department:

• Design Engineering

• Market:

• Power

• Employment Type:

• Full Time
• Position Overview
• As an entry-level Substation Structural Engineer in the Power Delivery department, you will be part of a growing team that supports all aspects of the construction process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing structural calculations, developing plans, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to keep our construction crews safe.

• District Overview
• Kiewit Power Delivery.

is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil & gas markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry. Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live. We have invested in industry-leading design technology and platforms while also expanding our construction equipment fleet with the most advanced, and safest equipment on the market. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling 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, mining, 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 legacy of excellence.

• Location
• This position can be based out of Lenexa, KS or Omaha, Nebraska.
• Responsibilities
• Design and analyze new and existing substation and transmission structures and foundation systems.
• Prepare and review drawing and calculation packages.
• Apply and review department and industry standards when preparing calculations, project drawings, and project specifications for procurement and construction.
• Incorporate the requirements of the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual requirements ensuring the projects meet or exceed project goals.
• Identify and propose value engineering or best installed cost options for projects and process improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners including cross-discipline, construction, vendors, fabricator(s), and owners to address structural-related issues or concerns including constructability reviews and construction RFIs.
• Prepare, monitor, and update project plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets (e.g., new scope or potential change orders) to project management and department management.
• Support department managers in achieving performance goals for the department.
• Apply engineering application software to complete engineering tasks such as foundation and steel structure design.
• Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural engineering program from an ABET accredited four-year program
• 0-2 years' experience in Structural design engineering in the Power/ Industrial industry preferred
• Proficient with spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and computer operations.
• Knowledgeable in basic engineering software and eager to learn, specifically

SAP2000, STAAD, SAFE, RISA3D, PLS POLE, PLS TOWER, LPILE, FAD

Tools, and MathCAD.

• General knowledge of engineering standards including

ASCE 7, 10, 48, 74, 113, ACI 318, 336, AISC

325, 348, 360, and IBC.

• Eligibility to take Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
• Legally able to work in the United States for any length of time
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, fluent in English.
• Passion to become a licensed PE.

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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. ​

Company:

Kiewit