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Mid-Level Civil Designer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit, New York, NY, United States


Mid-Level Civil Designer – Kiewit Power Engineering Requisition ID:

179190

Job Level:

Mid Level

Home District/Group:

Kiewit Power Engineering

Department:

Drafting & Design

Market:

Power

Employment Type:

Full Time

Position Overview:

Does the chance to change a skyline excite you? If so, you may have a future in design engineering at Kiewit! We’re known for creating innovative, world‑class building projects throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico — many once‑in‑a‑lifetime opportunities you won’t find elsewhere. How do we do it? We hire only the best and employ them to do career‑defining work that changes the landscape in communities worldwide. You bring your talent, skills and drive; we provide the training, on‑the‑job experience and responsibility from day one that will shape your professional growth. Let’s go!

District Overview:

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full‑service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical 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.

Location:

The position can be based in Lenexa, KS; Lone Tree, CO; Houston, TX; Raleigh, NC; Phoenix/Tempe, AZ; New York City, NY; or Woodcliff Lake, NJ. For Chattanooga, TN; Detroit, MI; or Richmond, VA, the role will start remotely and transition to a hybrid/in‑office arrangement once the new office is established.

Responsibilities

Assist with modeling, both 2D and 3D, ensuring correct reference files are attached and model reference directory is up to date; develop models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills.

Coordinate with project team using the Project Database; report project progression updates or issues to Lead Designer as required.

Assist in the review of designs for consistency, safety, operability and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.

Help create guidelines, checklists or other applicable knowledge‑base documents as assigned.

Collaborate with team members in design and drafting techniques to challenge abilities; provide constructive feedback to aid in employee development.

Collaborate with various disciplines and subsidiary groups to provide expertise and support business needs.

Assist in completion of as‑builts by utilizing RFIs, ECNs and red‑marked drawings from construction to develop “Conformed to Construction Records” as required.

Participate in project and layout meetings; coordinate and assist in activities of project team members.

Qualifications

Diploma in drafting technology and 3–5+ years of civil design experience or a combination of education and experience.

Proficient in utilizing a Computer‑Aided Drafting program such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D. Possible support background using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GeoPak, InRoads, NavisWorks, Google Earth.

Basic knowledge of the latest computer operating systems, spreadsheets, and databases.

Ability to effectively communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests.

Experience with solar PV layouts preferred.

Working Conditions

Regular, reliable attendance.

Work productively and meet deadlines promptly.

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:

$73,000 / yr – $76,000 / yr

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package 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, including disability and protected veteran status.

Posting Date:

01/08/2026 - 12/31/2026

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