Kiewit · 2 months ago
Structural Design Engineer/Estimating-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions
Lenexa, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expKiewit Corporation is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. They are seeking a Structural Design Engineer to lead design teams and manage project estimates, ensuring innovative and safe engineering solutions for nuclear projects.
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Responsibilities
Lead structural estimate teams (engineers, estimators, designers) through EPC and Bid/Build estimates for proposed projects consisting primarily of of nuclear power generation, nuclear supporting, and Department of Energy facilities
May be required to perform engineering duties on production level projects as the need arises. Flexibility is a key factor for success in this role
Design Leadership : Lead and perform engineering design tasks for foundations, walls, steel structures, buildings, and other structures
Project Planning : Develop scopes, schedules, and budgets for structural design and estimating deliverables
Technical Execution : Apply engineering principles to meet technical requirements and develop effective solutions
Establish and implement project-specific design criteria
Support development and implementation of departmental standards
Team & Project Management : Manage design teams to ensure quality, schedule, and budget compliance
Lead engineering and design teams in development of detailed estimates
Balance risk, change, and project impacts to support overall project success
Quality Assurance : Provide technical reviews at conceptual and final design stages
Conduct interdisciplinary reviews for coordination and contract compliance
Client & Team Interaction : Lead technical meetings and discussions
Strategize and resolve complex technical challenges
Identify technical differentiators and contribute to key project pursuits
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Structural, Architectural, or Civil Engineering
5+ years in structural engineering design, with emphasis in the nuclear sector
2+ years leading or mentoring junior engineers
Strong theoretical foundation in structural engineering principles
Proficient in equipment design using industry codes
Experience with IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE, NFPA, FM Global, and other North American design codes/standards
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 for business
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
Preferred
Master's degree
PE registration in at least one state is highly desirable
Experience in design-build nuclear, industrial, or power generation projects and alternative delivery methods
Experience with EPC, Design-Build, and Progressive Design Build projects
Familiarity with seismic design and analysis
ISO9000, NQA1, & Critical Grade Dedication experience
Experience with structural design software (SAP 2000, RISA, SAFE, etc.)
Benefits
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
Generous paid time off
Company
Kiewit
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