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Kiewit · 3 hours ago

Mechanical Engineer - Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Lenexa, KS

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Kiewit is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets, and they are seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer for their Lenexa, KS office. The role involves assisting in the design of various mechanical systems and supporting project success through technical analyses and coordination with design partners.

Building MaterialConstructionIndustrial EngineeringMiningOil and GasTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist in the design of various mechanical systems typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, process piping, conveying systems, dust collection, general plant/facility water, compressed air, steam, and gas systems. Mechanical system design includes preparing calculations for both pressurized and gravity driven systems to size lines, material selection, and correct Code requirement application

Prepare design calculations and equipment specifications typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, bulk solids conveyors, dust collection equipment, bins/tanks, pumps, heat exchangers, boilers, and other process equipment

Review project contracts, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual documents and incorporate into the design as required to ensure the project meets or exceeds project goals

Perform detailed technical bid analyses for equipment typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities

Generate and check design deliverables such as PFD’s, P&ID’s, datasheets, and vendor shop drawings in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards

Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFI’s, providing creative design solutions, etc

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

Assist in developing schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion

Perform early project design work such as conceptual studies, process flow diagram development, preliminary equipment sizing and selection, and general facility layout/arrangement

Complete miscellaneous tasks to support project or department development

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringEngineer-In-Training (EIT)AFT FathomMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year university

Proficient in basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

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

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification

GPA above 3.0

Experience with AFT Fathom or AFT Arrow hydraulic simulation software (or equivalent)

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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At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.

Founded in 1884

Omaha, Nebraska, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.kiewit.com

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