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Professional designers are individuals who use creative and technical skills to develop visual concepts and solutions for various industries, such as graphic design, fashion, interior design, and product design. They work to communicate ideas, enhance aesthetics, and solve problems through design. Professional designers often collaborate with clients or teams to meet specific goals and ensure that their work aligns with brand identity, user needs, and industry standards.

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To thrive as a Professional Designer, you need a strong background in design principles, visual communication, and typically a degree or certification in graphic or visual design. Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with design management systems are essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective collaboration stand out as critical soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure the creation of visually compelling, functional designs that meet client objectives and industry standards.

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Piping Designer - Industrial Facilities

Kiewit Corporation

Papillion, NE • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


Kiewit Corporation rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 137 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 80 rated construction


Job description

Requisition ID: 181461 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering 

Department: Design Engineering 

Market: Industrial 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

We are adding several Mid-level Piping Designers to our Kiewit Industrial Engineering team.  We are looking for designers with experience in SmartPlant3D or REVIT, to create 3D equipment models,  piping isometrics for our broad portfolio of projects.   In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with subject matter experts, supporting the full spectrum of designs, from conceptual (pre-FEED), to FEED to detailed design for design/build and EPC projects for facilities across North America.  We have a diverse porfolio of work that includes Data Centers, Water and Wastewater treatment, and Campus/Utilities/Industrial Energy (small scale Power).  

If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to grow your mechanical skills - look no further! We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing infrastructure construction demands across the country. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,700 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 Industrial Design Group, which includes process, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Advanced Manufacturing, Heavy Manufacturing, Industrial Water treatment, Wastewater treatment and Campu/Utilities/Industrial energy. 

Location

This position can be located in our Lenexa, Kansas, Lone Tree, Colorado, Bloomington Minnesota, Houston, Dallas or Westlake Texas offices.  We offer relocation assistance to Lenexa Kansas only. 

We will consider candidates in other locations around the country in remote locations on a contract basis only.

Responsibilities

   Utilize SmartPlant 3D to create 3D equipment models based off equipment drawings. 
   Design mechanical systems, equipment and piping.  Generate isometric drawings for systems typical for industrial energy, datacenters, bulk solids material handling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, chilled water systems, heat exchangers for water circulation, cooling distribution units (CDU), Computer Room Air Handling Units (CRAH), process steam, process water, drains, and general plant/facility water, compressed air, and gas systems.
   Design material handling systems and generate isometric and detail drawings for systems typical for pulp and paper, bulk solids material handling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, pneumatic conveying, chutework, and ductwork.
   Perform early project design work related to facility layout and equipment general arrangement.
   Develop and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
   Develop the capability to navigate 3D models and check for interferences and constructability.
   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.

Qualifications

Associates degree in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology or related field preferred with 4 years piping design, performing functions as outlined above.  
Experience with 3D design software like SmartPlant3D, is required.  
A minimum of 4 years' of industry related design experience preparing 3D models, and design documents forpiping systems  
Knowledge of piping support design, pipe stress analysis, equipment design/layout and installation of systems is required.  Knowledge of piping design standards, specifications and procedures is required. 
Experience drafting P&ID's, schematics, drawings, conceptual locations, equipment modeling/layout in 3D and routing pipe in 3D software is required
Strong communication skills, ability to work as part of a team, detail orientation and strong problem solving skills required
Proficient in basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and Bluebeam

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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.

Base Compensation: $73,000/yr - $115,000 
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from:  07/28/2026  - 10/06/2026  

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.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884