Kiewit Nuclear Solutions- Mechanical/Piping Designer-Checker
Kiewit, Houston, TX, United States
Position Overview
Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of a new, emerging nuclear market? Our nuclear safety culture is strong at Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. We are seeking experienced Mechanical / Piping Designers to join our team. At Kiewit, we are an innovative team of engineers and designers that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit’s module fabrication and construction teams to approach construction-driven 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 Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Department of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.
Location The ideal location for this position is Lenexa, KS. Management will consider other supporting locations.
Responsibilities
Utilize 3D design software such as SmartPlant 3D, Bentley OpenPlant, AutoCAD Plant 3D (or other 3D design software) to create 3D equipment models based off equipment drawings and provide technical guidance to lower-level designers/drafters to ensure work is completed accurately and to our standards.
Design piping systems and generate isometric drawings for systems typical industrial facilities and power generation facilities, but not limited to, process steam, process water, drains, and general plant/facility water, compressed air, and gas systems, condensate, blowdown, circulating water, cooling and chilled water, and underground piping utilities.
Perform early project design work related to facility layout and equipment general arrangement.
Develop, monitor and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
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.
Complete miscellaneous tasks to support project or department development.
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.
Develop schedules, work assignments, staffing requirements and support detailed estimates to ensure successful project completion.
Train, mentor, and advise lower-level designers and support staff on proper application of industry standards and best practices.
Reports task progress to Lead Designer.
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
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or associate degree in computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology, Engineering or related field.
Experience with design software such as SmartPlant 3D (or similar plant design 3D software) and Microstation and AutoCAD required.
A minimum of 10-15 years of 3D modeling/detailed design experience is required, with the ability to perform 3D piping design, equipment layout, develop construction drawings. Experience validating and coordinating with other disciplines for compliance with layouts.
Experience in Nuclear, Industrial, Power, Oil and gas, performing balance of plant type of design (piping, pumps, valves, heating, cooling systems, is required). Must have experience of pipe support design, equipment layout and installation of systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
DOE and Commercial Nuclear experience preferred but not required.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be a US Citizen or US permanent resident.
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)
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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District Overview Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Department of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.
Location The ideal location for this position is Lenexa, KS. Management will consider other supporting locations.
Responsibilities
Utilize 3D design software such as SmartPlant 3D, Bentley OpenPlant, AutoCAD Plant 3D (or other 3D design software) to create 3D equipment models based off equipment drawings and provide technical guidance to lower-level designers/drafters to ensure work is completed accurately and to our standards.
Design piping systems and generate isometric drawings for systems typical industrial facilities and power generation facilities, but not limited to, process steam, process water, drains, and general plant/facility water, compressed air, and gas systems, condensate, blowdown, circulating water, cooling and chilled water, and underground piping utilities.
Perform early project design work related to facility layout and equipment general arrangement.
Develop, monitor and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
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.
Complete miscellaneous tasks to support project or department development.
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.
Develop schedules, work assignments, staffing requirements and support detailed estimates to ensure successful project completion.
Train, mentor, and advise lower-level designers and support staff on proper application of industry standards and best practices.
Reports task progress to Lead Designer.
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
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or associate degree in computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology, Engineering or related field.
Experience with design software such as SmartPlant 3D (or similar plant design 3D software) and Microstation and AutoCAD required.
A minimum of 10-15 years of 3D modeling/detailed design experience is required, with the ability to perform 3D piping design, equipment layout, develop construction drawings. Experience validating and coordinating with other disciplines for compliance with layouts.
Experience in Nuclear, Industrial, Power, Oil and gas, performing balance of plant type of design (piping, pumps, valves, heating, cooling systems, is required). Must have experience of pipe support design, equipment layout and installation of systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
DOE and Commercial Nuclear experience preferred but not required.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be a US Citizen or US permanent resident.
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)
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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