Electrical Engineer - Industrial & Vertical Buildings

Kiewit • Arvada, CO

9d • $110,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Kiewit is seeking a Building Electrical Systems Engineer to support industrial and large commercial building projects. This role involves developing safe, code-compliant, and constructible electrical systems for EPC and Design/Build projects from concept to construction. The position requires technical design, multidisciplinary coordination, and construction-driven engineering. Responsibilities include designing all building electrical systems such as lighting, power distribution, equipment feeds, lightning protection, and security systems. The role also involves delivering models, drawings, specifications, calculations, and analyses. More senior engineers may oversee and mentor junior engineers, perform design checks, and lead projects. Kiewit's engineering culture is construction-driven, emphasizing constructability, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The company excels at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure, offering stability and diverse project opportunities. The company is employee-owned, fostering dedication and commitment to project success, and is a key player in meeting infrastructure demands. They cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork, aiming to be a rewarding place to build a career. Kiewit is ranked #2 in Construction by ENR and excels in large-scale infrastructure projects. The company believes in building relationships, strengthening communities, and improving the world, not just projects. They invest in employee futures with top-notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, and a wealth-building 401K plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering required.
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience in the building industry (NON-Residential) performing design functions and calculations as outlined above.
• Experience with Alternative Delivery (EPC and/or Design/Build projects) highly desired
• Solid understanding of the National Electrical Code, International Building Code, and energy codes.
• Must be Proficient in Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have experience with either SKM or ETAP for load flow studies, arc flash, short circuit
• Ability to adjust to varying demands of work and perform well under pressure.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in AGi32 software or Visual a plus for calculations.
• Prefer candidates that have Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or commitment to achieving within 6-18 months.

Responsibilities

• Developing building lighting, power and distribution designs, including minor telecom and security provisions, on various projects and building types that may include data centers, industrial buildings, nuclear buildings, water treatment buildings, hospital, pharmaceutical.
• Performing Revit modeling and drawing creation, and/or coordinating with BIM staff for completion.
• Completing calculations for lighting, electrical loading, short circuit, voltage drop, and energy code, using SKM or ETAP
• Developing project building electrical specifications.
• Perform Bid review, shop drawing review, RFI response, and construction site punch lists.
• Project coordination with others inside and outside of Industrial Building Group.
• Assisting with creating and maintaining department standards and tools.
• Providing mentoring and training for entry level engineers/interns.
• Performing quality checks of the design and engineering of a project to ensure accuracy.
• For more Senior Building Engineers - may lead portions of projects or complete building projects for electrical discipline, and lead/guide other engineers at lower levels.

Benefits

• 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
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level