Mid-Level Civil Designer- Power Engineering

Kiewit•Boston, MA

10d•$73,000 - $76,000

About The Position

The Mid-Level Civil Designer will support civil design work within Kiewit Power Engineering’s Drafting & Design department. The role contributes to power projects across North America, supporting project teams with 2D and 3D modeling, design coordination, design reviews, construction record updates, and related documentation. Work is performed in collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams, with an emphasis on safe, constructible, cost-effective designs that meet client expectations. The position may be based in Lenexa, Kansas; Lone Tree, Colorado; Houston, Texas; Raleigh, North Carolina; Phoenix/Tempe, Arizona; New York City, New York; or Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. Positions in Chattanooga, Tennessee; Detroit, Michigan; or Richmond, Virginia will begin remotely and transition to a hybrid or in-office arrangement once the new office is established. The role requires a drafting technology diploma and 3–5+ years of civil design experience, or a combination of education and experience. Applicants should be proficient with a computer-aided drafting program such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D, with possible supporting experience in other listed design and mapping tools. Solar PV layout experience is preferred. The position is full-time and pays a base compensation of $73,000–$76,000 per year, subject to factors such as education, experience, skill set, and location.

Requirements

Diploma in drafting technology and 3–5+ years of civil design experience, or a combination of education and experience.
Proficiency with a computer-aided drafting program such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
Basic knowledge of current computer operating systems, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to communicate effectively through email and use electronic meeting requests.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Ability to work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and to work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with solar PV layouts.
Supporting background using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GeoPak, InRoads, Navis Works, or Google Earth.

Responsibilities

Assist with 2D and 3D modeling, ensuring reference files are attached correctly and the model reference directory is up to date; develop models using drawings, sketches, and design skills.
Coordinate with the project team using the Project Database and report project progress updates or issues to the Lead Designer as required.
Assist in reviewing designs for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance requirements before submission for checking.
Help create guidelines, checklists, and other applicable knowledge-base documents as assigned.
Collaborate with team members on design and drafting techniques, provide constructive feedback, and support employee development.
Collaborate with other disciplines and subsidiary groups to provide expertise and support business needs.
Assist with as-builts by using RFIs, ECNs, and red-marked construction drawings to develop Conformed to Construction Records as required.
Participate in project and layout meetings and coordinate and assist with project team member activities.
Work safely and productively, meet deadlines, and work overtime and weekends as required.