PLC Programmer - Industrial Facilities

Kiewit • Lenexa, KS

3d • $110,000 - $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Kiewit's Industrial & Water markets are experiencing rapid growth across North America, and we’re expanding our team with Senior PLC Programmers who want to lead, innovate, and build systems that actually get constructed. This is a high‑impact role for engineers who thrive in EPC environments and want to shape the automation, control, and instrumentation strategies behind some of the most complex industrial facilities in the country. You’ll work across all phases of design — from early feasibility and architecture development through detailed engineering, construction support, commissioning, and turnover. Our projects span Data Centers, Water/Wastewater Treatment, Mineral Processing, Industrial Energy, Renewable Fuels, Specialty Chemical, and Advanced Manufacturing. If you want variety, technical challenge, and career acceleration, this is the place. Kiewit offers stability, competitive pay, unmatched benefits, employee ownership, and a backlog of work that ensures long‑term career growth. We build projects that strengthen communities — and we build careers that last.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working on multidisciplinary projects in the Industrial market as a PLC Programmer.
• Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk ME/SE
• Extensive understanding of PLC programming languages such as Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram, Sequential Function Chart, and Structured Text.
• Experience designing, configuring, and troubleshooting OT controls networks with a strong understanding of network security. Preferred experience with Cisco, and Rockwell Stratix Switches.
• Experience designing, configuring, and troubleshooting OT server environment. Preferred experience with virtual servers managed via VMWare vSphere.
• Experience programming and commissioning VFDs and Smart MCCs.
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and Bluebeam software.
• Exceptional oral and written English communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time as and when required.
• Ability to solve complex problems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• 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

• A Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields of Engineering, such as Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited university, is preferred. Relevant Associate level technical degrees will also be considered.
• Rockwell PlantPAx
• Ignition (Vision and Perspective)
• Field construction or startup (Water, Power, or Oil & Gas plant) experience, and prior experience directing junior engineers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria using independent judgment.
• Advise Kiewit project teams and clients on the appropriate type of Control System for water processes and/or other industrial applications.
• Develop company and maintain company programming standards.
• Understand and meet client requirements for electrical and mechanical needs.
• Write PLC programs using IEC 61131 standard programming languages, with an emphasis on Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram, Sequential Function Chart, and Structured Text.
• Design HMI/SCADA graphic screens based on mechanical P&IDs or PFDs.
• Test Control System programs using simulation code.
• Have a working knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISA, IEEE).
• Prepare manuals to instruct users how to operate the Control System.
• Troubleshoot Control System and Network system faults.
• Supervise the installation of Control System programs by performing an IO Checkout and commissioning all the systems in the program.
• Provide support and guidance to Commissioning, Operations, and Maintenance.
• Provide end user Control System training to Plant Management, Operators, and Technicians.
• Coordinate with Kiewit Engineering team and end user.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring adherence to departmental design standards, applicable engineering codes, and Kiewit guidelines, and provide recommendations as necessary.
• Collaborate on large water and/or industrial project teams, including in-house multi-discipline engineers and construction superintendents, to deliver the industry's best in both engineering and physical design to our Clients.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software design principles.

Benefits

• Employee ownership
• Top‑tier health benefits
• Wealth‑building 401(k)
• Flexible work options
• Strong backlog and long‑term stability
• A culture of innovation, teamwork, and safety
• Relocation assistance
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree