Kiewit Corporation

Structural Engineer-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit Corporation$138K — $145K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering; Master's is a plus.
  • PE registration in at least one state.
  • 12-15 years of structural engineering design experience, particularly in the nuclear or power sectors.
  • 3-5 years of experience specifically in the nuclear sector.
  • In-depth knowledge of mechanics of materials and structural behavior.

Responsibilities

  • Perform tasks as an individual contributor with minimal supervision.
  • Lead and mentor junior engineers.
  • Conduct static and dynamic analyses using various software tools.
  • Design a range of structures including buildings and foundations.
  • Prepare cost estimates and project documentation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
  • Retirement plans with matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off policies.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 180408

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solution is looking to hiring a professional Senior Structural Engineer with dedication to renewable energy to join our growing team.

Location

  • Lenexa, KS
  • Oak Ridge, TN.
  • Reston, VA
  • Houston, TX.
  • Other locations may be considered.
  • Remote/hybrid may be considered under approved circumstances.


Responsibilities

  • Perform as individual contributor with minimum guidance from the project engineering manager and department manager.
  • Lead teams of intermediate and early career engineers as needed.
  • Provide mentorship and training on the job to early career engineers.
  • Perform static and dynamic analyses utilizing software tools such ANSYS APDL, SAP2000, GT STRUDL, STAAD Pro, LS-Dyna or similar.
  • Design buildings and building foundations, equipment platforms and foundations, pipe racks, and miscellaneous concrete and steel structures.
  • Prepare quantities, cost estimates, and other supporting documentation for projects
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and regulatory endorsed industry codes and standards for all deliverables.
  • Follow and ensure compliance with Kiewit Nuclear Solutions Quality Assurance.
  • Support estimates, FEED, Detailed engineering, procurement and construction support activities.
  • Prepare project design criteria, design calculations, and technical specification documents.
  • Support structural department tools and workflows initiatives.
  • Support projects delivery within specified project budget and schedule.
  • Interface with designers and review drawings prior to sealing them.
  • Interface with other disciplines and stakeholders and ensure multi-disciplinary review of all related engineering documentation.
  • Provide guidance to Junior staff to develop engineering documentation.
  • Comply with engineering and project change management requirements.
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (Master's is an asset).
  • PE registration in at least one state.
  • 12-15 years of structural engineering design experience in the nuclear, conventional power or industrial building sectors.
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in nuclear sector i desired.
  • Deep knowledge of mechanics of materials, structural behavior and finite element method applications.
  • Expert in using software tools such ANSYS APDL, SAP2000, GT STRUDL, STAAD Pro, LS-Dyna or similar.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with North American design codes including IBC, ASCE7, ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ACI 318, ACI 349, AISC360, AISC N690.
  • Familiarity with US NRC regulations and DOE requirements.
  • Seismic design and analysis (e.g.: equivalent static, and response spectrum) experience is a must.
  • Knowledge and experience of ASME BPVC Section III is an asset.
  • Excellent oral and written communication.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Detail-oriented and organized.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed (
  • 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 core hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
  • Work paid overtime as required.


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.
FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: $138,000/yr - $145,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 05/20/2026 - 08/16/2026

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.

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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