Senior Electrical Designer - Kiewit Power Engineering
Kiewit, New York, NY, United States
Senior Electrical Designer - Kiewit Power Engineering
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Requisition ID:
178972
Job Level:
Senior Level
Home District/Group:
Kiewit Power Engineering
Department:
Drafting & Design
Market:
Power
Employment Type:
Full Time
Position Overview Senior-level role supporting EPC project design work for power generation projects. Designers are responsible for developing detailed raceway designs including duct bank, embedded conduit and cable tray from concept to completion. Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit’s construction teams to approach construction‑drive engineering with a focus on safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.
District Overview Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full‑service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction‑driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on‑time and on‑budget project delivery. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:
Gas‑fired generation
Power delivery
Environmental retrofits
Renewables and new technology
Water/wastewater
Location This position can be based in any of the following office locations: Lenexa, KS; Lone Tree, CO; Houston, TX; Raleigh, NC; Phoenix/Tempe, AZ; New York City, NY; or Woodcliff Lake, NJ. For roles in Chattanooga, TN; Detroit, MI; or Richmond, VA, the position will start remotely and transition to a hybrid/in‑office arrangement once the new office is established.
Responsibilities
Design duct bank, embedded conduit, cable tray, grounding and lighting systems from concept to completion utilizing engineering documents, sketches or vendor data.
Perform calculations to size and check allowable fill in conduits and cable tray systems according to NEC requirements.
Develop 3D models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills; check and navigate in the 3D models for interferences and constructability.
Route electrical cables in a 3D environment to generate a cable schedule.
Model electrical components using vendor submittals and electrical designs.
Perform calculations to size pull boxes according to NEC requirements.
Utilize applicable engineering national and local codes.
Report project progression updates and/or issues to project lead team.
Coordinate with project team by utilizing the Project Database: Request for Review Process, Holds List, ECN, Request for information from other disciplines, and all other applicable functions.
Gather information needed to develop design and verify voltage separation requirements are met.
Analyze, inspect, and construct designs while adhering to electrical quality standards and department procedures.
Check design for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.
Resolve checked drawings; prove and understand comments made.
Complete miscellaneous tasks to support project development.
Act as a field resource to assist construction in field resolution on issues.
Qualifications
At least 8 years’ experience in electrical design.
Power generation experience, preferred.
Experience with underground designs from concept to completion.
Experience in cable tray, grounding and lighting from concept to completion.
Experience in SmartPlant 3D.
Experience in MicroStation or AutoCAD.
Must be able to conceptualize in a 3D environment.
Ability to work in a growing, adaptive and multi‑discipline team environment.
Ability to work independently with limited direction and oversight.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Working Conditions
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.
Compensation Base Compensation: $107,000/yr - $112,000/yr. (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location.)
Benefits We offer our full‑time 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Posting Period This posting will be active from: 01/08/2026 - 04/01/2026
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Requisition ID:
178972
Job Level:
Senior Level
Home District/Group:
Kiewit Power Engineering
Department:
Drafting & Design
Market:
Power
Employment Type:
Full Time
Position Overview Senior-level role supporting EPC project design work for power generation projects. Designers are responsible for developing detailed raceway designs including duct bank, embedded conduit and cable tray from concept to completion. Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit’s construction teams to approach construction‑drive engineering with a focus on safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.
District Overview Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full‑service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction‑driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on‑time and on‑budget project delivery. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:
Gas‑fired generation
Power delivery
Environmental retrofits
Renewables and new technology
Water/wastewater
Location This position can be based in any of the following office locations: Lenexa, KS; Lone Tree, CO; Houston, TX; Raleigh, NC; Phoenix/Tempe, AZ; New York City, NY; or Woodcliff Lake, NJ. For roles in Chattanooga, TN; Detroit, MI; or Richmond, VA, the position will start remotely and transition to a hybrid/in‑office arrangement once the new office is established.
Responsibilities
Design duct bank, embedded conduit, cable tray, grounding and lighting systems from concept to completion utilizing engineering documents, sketches or vendor data.
Perform calculations to size and check allowable fill in conduits and cable tray systems according to NEC requirements.
Develop 3D models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills; check and navigate in the 3D models for interferences and constructability.
Route electrical cables in a 3D environment to generate a cable schedule.
Model electrical components using vendor submittals and electrical designs.
Perform calculations to size pull boxes according to NEC requirements.
Utilize applicable engineering national and local codes.
Report project progression updates and/or issues to project lead team.
Coordinate with project team by utilizing the Project Database: Request for Review Process, Holds List, ECN, Request for information from other disciplines, and all other applicable functions.
Gather information needed to develop design and verify voltage separation requirements are met.
Analyze, inspect, and construct designs while adhering to electrical quality standards and department procedures.
Check design for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.
Resolve checked drawings; prove and understand comments made.
Complete miscellaneous tasks to support project development.
Act as a field resource to assist construction in field resolution on issues.
Qualifications
At least 8 years’ experience in electrical design.
Power generation experience, preferred.
Experience with underground designs from concept to completion.
Experience in cable tray, grounding and lighting from concept to completion.
Experience in SmartPlant 3D.
Experience in MicroStation or AutoCAD.
Must be able to conceptualize in a 3D environment.
Ability to work in a growing, adaptive and multi‑discipline team environment.
Ability to work independently with limited direction and oversight.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Working Conditions
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.
Compensation Base Compensation: $107,000/yr - $112,000/yr. (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location.)
Benefits We offer our full‑time 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Posting Period This posting will be active from: 01/08/2026 - 04/01/2026
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