Kiewit Corporation

Electrical Designer - Industrial Projects

Kiewit Corporation$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Preferred degree in Design/Drafting technology, Engineering, or related field
  • At least 3 years of electrical design experience
  • Proficient in REVIT and other 3D software for industrial facilities
  • Ability to visualize and conceptualize in 3D
  • Experience with industrial projects like Water/Wastewater and Data Centers
  • Strong understanding of NEC code for industrial applications
  • Effective communication skills in professional settings

Responsibilities

  • Utilize engineering codes for US and Canada projects
  • Develop schematics and one-line drawings from sketches
  • Design electrical systems from concept to completion
  • Create and navigate 3D models to check for interferences
  • Route electrical cables and generate cable schedules
  • Perform calculations to ensure compliance with NEC requirements
  • Complete as-builts and participate in project meetings

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Employee wellness and assistance programs
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement plans with matching contributions
  • Generous paid time off and flexible work options
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 179456

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Department: Drafting & Design

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Our Industrial and Water market is growing across North America, and we are adding Electrical and Instrumentation designers to our team in our Calgary Alberta office. We are looking for individuals with experience in REVIT, and at least 3 years experience with Electrical systems and equipment 3D modeling, with a preference for industrial facility designs. Our Engineering teams work on complex industrial facilities in various markets, which means you have the opportunity to work on varied projects and learn new industries & technologies to advance your career. We offer stability, excellent benefits, competitive pay, a strong backlog of work and a strong team culture that focuses on innovation and sustainability. In this role, you may work on Water treatment, wastewater treatment, desalination/reuse, manufacturing, data centers, mineral processing, space projects, pulp/paper facilities, specialty chemical plants, Steel, Aluminum, and industrial energy projects - just to name a few. We are an innovative team of engineers and designers that supports projects throughout the country, including Pre-FEED, FEED, Design/Build and EPC.

If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, 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.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building retirement 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 engineering consulting and design firm serving a broad range of the industrial markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the industrial, transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Our operations-focused engineering provides our clients with safe and efficient facilities, and it integrates our 130 years of construction experience to finish projects on time and to make sure that Nobody Gets Hurt.

Our rapidly growing Industrial Engineering team, which includes process, mechanical, 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 Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy, Water and Utilities.

Location

This position is based out of our Calary AB office. We offer relocation assistance for candidates within Canada to the Calgary area.

Responsibilities
• Utilize applicable engineering national and local codes for US and Canada projects.
• Develop schematics and one-line drawings from engineering sketches or mark-ups.
• Design duct bank, embedded conduit, cable tray, grounding and lighting systems from concept to completion utilizing engineering documents, sketches or vendor data.
• Develops 3D models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills. Checks and navigates in the 3D models for interferences and constructability, using REVIT and Smartplant 3D.
• Routes electrical cables in a 3D environment to generate a cable schedule.
• Model electrical components using vendor submittals and electrical designs
• Perform calculations to check allowable fill in conduits and cable tray systems according to NEC requirements and size pull boxes.
• Perform calculations to size pull boxes according to NEC requirements.
• Gathers information needed to develop design and verify voltage separation requirements are met.
• Creates plan drawings and details for electrical deliverables.
• Analyze, inspect, and construct designs while adhering to electrical quality standards and department procedures.
• Provides lessons learned throughout the project by utilizing the Lessons Learned database.
• Complete as-builts by utilizing Request for Information (RFI) forms, Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and red-marked drawings from construction to develop "Conformed to Construction Records" as required.
• Participates in project meetings as required.
• Checks design for consistency, safety, operability and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.
• Resolves checked drawings; prove and understand comments made.
• Completes miscellaneous tasks to support project development.

Qualifications

  • Prefer Associates, Vocational or Bachelor's degree in Design/Drafting technology, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mathematics or similar degree.
  • 3 years of electrical design experience as outlined above.
  • Experience utilizing 3D programs to deliver 3D models for electrical systems for building and industial facilities. Must have 3D Modeling experience in REVIT and have knowledge of the latest computer operating systems.
  • Must be able to conceptualize in a 3D environment.
  • Experience supporting Industrial projects like Water/Wastewater, Data Centers, Industrial Power, highly desired.
  • Must understand NEC code as it pertains to industrial facilities.
  • Must be able to communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests.
  • Must have a working knowledge of spreadsheets, databases and PDF software.
  • Must be able to represent Kiewit manner to owners, contractors, vendors and any other contacts outside the Kiewit organization.

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Working Conditions

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.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.

Here you'll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

About Kiewit Corporation

Kiewit Corporation is an employee-owned Fortune 500 contractor based in Omaha, Nebraska. Privately held, it is one of the largest contractors in the world. Recent projects have included several bridge retrofittings in the San Francisco Bay Area, Interstate H-3 project in Hawaii, and building the world's largest geodesic dome at Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha. Along with significant mining and off-shore operations, the company also contracts small grading (dirt moving) projects for residential or commercial development.

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