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Requisition ID: 181901

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department: Drafting & Design

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking entry level Electrical Designers. We are looking for ideal candidates to grow the Kiewit team by helping establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools while also using these standards and tools to contribute to project success. Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while keeping a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions provides comprehensive engineering, procurement, and construction services throughout North America, with expertise spanning all facets of the nuclear sector—from carbon-free small modular reactors to Department of Energy initiatives. Our services support clients in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure industries.

Supported by Kiewit's 140-year tradition of excellence, our integrated teams deliver solutions that distinguish us within the market. As our nuclear operations continue to grow, adding new locations across the United States, we remain steadfast in our commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, equipping our professionals with advanced technologies and resources.

Joining our team offers unique opportunities for growth and achievement. Employees benefit from rigorous training, continuous skill development, and participation in impactful projects across North America. In addition to a dynamic work environment, Kiewit provides competitive health benefits, a 401k plan, and avenues for professional advancement.

Kiewit offers a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets. With more than 2,000 engineers and design professionals, our expertise spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets.

This role is in Oak Ridge, TN or Lenexa, KS.

• Updates project progress and reports issues to Lead Electrical Designers, ensuring compliance with national and local engineering codes
• Develops 3D models from drawings and sketches, reviews models for interferences, and assesses constructability
• Produces plan drawings and detailed documentation for electrical deliverables, prepares conceptual sketches
• Prepares schematics and one-line diagrams from engineering sketches or markups
• Maintains master drawing set with current revisions for electrical and controls design, files master sets, superseded documents, and originals as required
• Completes as-built documentation using RFI forms, ECNs, and red-marked drawings to develop "Conformed to Construction Records"
• Participation in project meetings as needed
• Reviews design for consistency, safety, operability, and maintenance compliance before submission for checking
• Addresses comments on checked drawings, understands feedback, and routes electrical cables to generate cable schedules
• Models electrical components using vendor submittals and design specifications, completes additional tasks to support project development

• An associate, vocational, or bachelor’s degree in design & drafting technology, engineering technology, design, or a related field is required
• 0-3 years of experience in power plant design or a related field is preferred but not mandatory
• Experience with 3D programs such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, AutoCAD MEP, or Navisworks, and familiarity with current computer operating systems is beneficial
• Ability to conceptualize in a 3D environment is necessary
• Ability to communicate via email and use electronic meeting requests is expected; working knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, and PDF software is also required
• Must be able to represent Kiewit professionally when interacting with owners, contractors, vendors, and other external contacts
• Must be a US citizen with documentation for badge access
• Pass a security questionnaire and background check appropriate to position duties

• 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.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

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.