Requisition ID: 181461
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are adding several Mid-level Piping Designers to our Kiewit Industrial Engineering team. We are looking for designers with experience in SmartPlant3D or REVIT, to create 3D equipment models, piping isometrics for our broad portfolio of projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with subject matter experts, supporting the full spectrum of designs, from conceptual (pre-FEED), to FEED to detailed design for design/build and EPC projects for facilities across North America. We have a diverse porfolio of work that includes Data Centers, Water and Wastewater treatment, and Campus/Utilities/Industrial Energy (small scale Power).
If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to grow your mechanical skills - look no further!
Location
This position can be located in our Lenexa, Kansas, Lone Tree, Colorado, Bloomington Minnesota, Houston, Dallas or Westlake Texas offices. We offer relocation assistance to Lenexa Kansas only.
We will consider candidates in other locations around the country in remote locations on a contract basis only.
Responsibilities
• Utilize SmartPlant 3D to create 3D equipment models based off equipment drawings.
• Design mechanical systems, equipment and piping. Generate isometric drawings for systems typical for industrial energy, datacenters, bulk solids material handling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, chilled water systems, heat exchangers for water circulation, cooling distribution units (CDU), Computer Room Air Handling Units (CRAH), process steam, process water, drains, and general plant/facility water, compressed air, and gas systems.
• Design material handling systems and generate isometric and detail drawings for systems typical for pulp and paper, bulk solids material handling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, pneumatic conveying, chutework, and ductwork.
• Perform early project design work related to facility layout and equipment general arrangement.
• Develop and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Develop the capability to navigate 3D models and check for interferences and constructability.
• Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFI's, providing creative design solutions, etc.
• Coordinate with other design partners (both internal and external) including construction partners, equipment suppliers, and other engineers and designers assigned to the project or task and review work progress and results.
Qualifications
Associates degree in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology or related field preferred with 4 years piping design, performing functions as outlined above.
Experience with 3D design software like SmartPlant3D, is required.
A minimum of 4 years' of industry related design experience preparing 3D models, and design documents forpiping systems
Knowledge of piping support design, pipe stress analysis, equipment design/layout and installation of systems is required. Knowledge of piping design standards, specifications and procedures is required.
Experience drafting P&ID's, schematics, drawings, conceptual locations, equipment modeling/layout in 3D and routing pipe in 3D software is required
Strong communication skills, ability to work as part of a team, detail orientation and strong problem solving skills required
Proficient in basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and Bluebeam
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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.
Base Compensation: $73,000/yr - $115,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 07/28/2026 - 10/06/2026
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.
