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| Aspect | Power Engineer | Mechanical Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Certification (e.g., 4th or 3rd Class Power Engineer) | Trade certification or diploma in mechanical technology |
| Work Environment | Power plants, industrial facilities, HVAC systems | Manufacturing, maintenance, equipment repair |
| Industry Usage | Energy, utilities, industrial operations | Manufacturing, maintenance services |
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Power engineers monitor power and utility systems in an industrial or commercial facility. As a power engineer, your duties include following all processes, performing equipment repairs and maintenance, and adhering to safe operating procedures. You are in charge of the facility’s entire electrical grid, including the lighting, air conditioning, water treatment, and all other power generation systems. To ensure the smooth operation of your facility’s boiler systems, electrical systems, and other systems of power transmission, you communicate and work closely with the other engineers in your company.
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Job description
Requisition ID: 178968
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Kiewit Power Engineering Group is seeking an experienced-level Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to be a part of our growing team. Looking for ideal candidates that can provide instrumentation & control discipline technical expertise as well as I&C team leadership for the execution and evaluation of project designs. You will work independently on small projects, or as a part of a large multi-discipline team on larger projects, including working with both internal and external engineers and construction partners to provide our clients the industry's best of both engineering and physical design. Project assignments range from support of proposals and estimates to technical design execution to construction and commissioning support.
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 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 Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:
Gas-fired generation
Power delivery
Environmental retrofits
Renewables and new technology
Water/wastewater
We are a high performing team of engineers and designers that develop projects through the project life-cycle engaging exciting projects throughout North America. Our staff leads the power markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit's 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.
This position can be based in any of the following office locations: Lenexa, KS; Lone Tree, CO; Houston, TX; Raleigh, NC; Phoenix/Tempe, AZ; New York City, NY; or Woodcliff Lake, NJ.
For roles in Chattanooga, TN; Detroit, MI; or Richmond, VA, the position will start remotely and transition to a hybrid/in office arrangement once the new office is established.
Act as a lead or support engineer on a multitude of pursuits and projects providing front line technical issue solutions associated with design, construction, equipment and/or operations of SCADA system replacement/upgrades and other I&C projects for power projects.
Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria for projects of all sizes and levels of complexity.
Incorporate the requirements of contract and customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual requirements ensuring the projects meet or exceed project goals.
Contribute to the development of client proposals and project cost estimates. Lead cost, feasibility and planning studies, analyzing customer needs and data including researching, investigate and coordinate with other engineers, and providing recommendations to the customer.
Develop and apply a comprehensive understanding of departmental design and industry standard methods, applicable engineering codes, and Kiewit guidelines to oversee and/or perform the preparation of design calculations, project drawings, and project design specifications.
Formulate and prepare technical specifications, perform bid evaluations of equipment and construction proposals, develop recommendations for equipment selection and contract award and prepare interface points with construction partners and equipment suppliers.
Schedule, review, and coordinate design efforts with other project personnel.
Oversight and/or direct performance of supplier shop drawing review, comment (and subsequent resolution), and approval and perform technical contract administration.
Mentor and direct the work of entry and mid-level employees for skills development. Review their progress and results. Provide direction and coaching, as needed.
Coordinate with internal and external partners including cross-discipline, construction, vendors, fabricator(s), and owners to address electrical/I&C-related design concepts, issues, or concerns
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year college or university
Professional Engineer (PE) registration preferred
At least 5 years' experience in instrumentation and controls engineering and design performing engineering related duties with a minimum of three years in the power generation market
Familiarity with control system programming concepts
Experience with SCADA systems and PLC. DCS system experience considered desirable
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
Displays leadership and confidence to mentor peers
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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.
Base Compensation: $103,000/yr - $108,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 12/29/2025 - 12/31/2026
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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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
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Omaha, NE, US
Year founded
1884