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American Phoenix Inc

Maintenance Tech

Topeka, KS · On-site

Description Industrial Maintenance Technician - Entry Level Location: Topeka, KS Schedule: Monday ... Initiated in 2004, American Phoenix designed, built and maintains it proprietary chemical weighing ...

American Phoenix Inc

Maintenance Tech

Topeka, KS · On-site

Job Type Full-time Description Industrial Maintenance Technician - Entry Level Location: Topeka, KS ... Initiated in 2004, American Phoenix designed, built and maintains it proprietary chemical weighing ...

American Phoenix Inc

Maintenance Tech

Topeka, KS · On-site

Description Industrial Maintenance Technician - Entry Level Location: Topeka, KS Schedule: Monday ... Initiated in 2004, American Phoenix designed, built and maintains it proprietary chemical weighing ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level electrical designer in Kansas is $34.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.08 and $40.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Entry Level Electrical Designer assists in creating electrical drawings, layouts, and schematics for various projects under the supervision of senior engineers or designers. They use computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop plans for electrical systems in buildings, machinery, or infrastructure. Their role often includes coordinating with other engineering disciplines, updating documentation, and ensuring designs comply with industry codes and standards. This position is ideal for recent graduates or those new to the field, offering hands-on experience and opportunities for growth.

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To thrive as an Entry Level Electrical Designer, you need a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles, basic design skills, and a relevant degree or coursework in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with CAD software (such as AutoCAD or Revit), electrical design tools, and industry standards is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication enhance performance and teamwork in this role. These skills and qualities are essential for producing accurate designs, ensuring project success, and collaborating efficiently within engineering teams.

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Entry level electrical designers often encounter challenges such as adapting to industry-specific design software, understanding complex project documentation, and learning to interpret electrical codes and standards. Additionally, balancing multiple tasks while meeting project deadlines and effectively collaborating with more experienced engineers and other disciplines can be demanding. However, most firms provide mentorship, training, and regular feedback to help new designers develop their technical and communication skills, making the transition smoother over time.

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Electrical Designer - Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Lenexa, KS • On-site

Kiewit
Construction Materials Wholesalers • 10K+ employees

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Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Requisition ID: 181538
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering
Department: Drafting & Design
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering is seeking an Electrical CAD Designer for the Lenexa, Kansas office. We are looking for ideal candidates to grow the Kiewit team by helping establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools while also utilizing 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 maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve industrial, transportation, power, water, mining, marine, building and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by over 140 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.
Our rapidly growing Industrial and Water Engineering Group, which includes mechanical, process, electrical, controls, structural and architectural disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery. The Industrial Group projects span markets such as advanced technologies; mining, minerals and metals; process industries; industrial energy; drinking water; wastewater treatment and biosolids; desalination; and industrial water.
Location
This position is based in our Lenexa, KS office.
Responsibilities
  • Reports project progression updates and/or issues to Lead Electrical Designers required.
  • Coordinates with project team by utilizing the Project Database: Request for Review Process, Holds List, ECN, Request for information from other disciplines, and all other applicable functions.
  • Utilize applicable engineering national and local codes.
  • Develop schematics and one-line drawings from engineering sketches or mark-ups.
  • Design duct bank, embedded conduit, cable tray, grounding and lighting systems from concept to completion utilizing engineering documents, sketches or vendor data.
  • Develops 3D models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills. Checks and navigates in the 3D models for interferences and constructability.
  • Routes electrical cables in a 3D environment to generate a cable schedule.
  • Model electrical components using vendor submittals and electrical designs
  • Perform calculations to check allowable fill in conduits and cable tray systems according to NEC requirements and size pull boxes.
  • Perform calculations to size pull boxes according to NEC requirements.
  • Gathers information needed to develop design and verify voltage separation requirements are met.
  • Creates plan drawings and details for electrical deliverables.
  • Analyze, inspect, and construct designs while adhering to electrical quality standards and department procedures.
  • Provides lessons learned throughout the project by utilizing the Lessons Learned database.
  • Complete as-builts by utilizing Request for Information (RFI) forms, Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and red-marked drawings from construction to develop “Conformed to Construction Records” as required.
  • Participates in project meetings as required.
  • Checks design for consistency, safety, operability and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking.
  • Resolves checked drawings; prove and understand comments made.
  • Completes miscellaneous tasks to support project development.
Qualifications
  • Associates, Vocational or Bachelor's degree in Design & Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology or Design or a related degree.
  • 0-2 years of electrical design experience or related field experience preferred but not required.
  • Experience utilizing 3D programs such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, AutoCAD MEP, or Navisworks and have knowledge of the latest computer operating systems.
  • Must be able to conceptualize in a 3D environment.
  • Must be able to communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests.
  • Must have a working knowledge of spreadsheets, databases and PDF software.
  • Must be able to represent Kiewit manner to owners, contractors, vendors and any other contacts outside the Kiewit organization.
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.
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

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Construction materials wholesalers

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10,000+ Employees

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Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884

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