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What is a weekend electrical designer?

Weekend Electrical Designers are professionals who work primarily on weekends to design, develop, and test electrical systems and circuits for various projects. They often assist companies that require extra support outside regular business hours or have tight deadlines. Their responsibilities may include creating electrical schematics, selecting components, and collaborating with engineers and clients to ensure project requirements are met. This role is ideal for those seeking flexible work schedules or supplementary income. Weekend Electrical Designers typically have backgrounds in electrical engineering or related fields.

What is the difference between Weekend Electrical Designer vs Part-Time Electrical Engineer?

AspectWeekend Electrical DesignerPart-Time Electrical Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires electrical design certifications or relevant experienceRequires engineering degree and professional licensure (PE license)
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, client sites, or remote work during weekendsOffice or site-based work, flexible hours, often during weekdays or weekends
Industry UsageUsed in residential, commercial, and industrial design projectsInvolved in project planning, analysis, and engineering solutions
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for flexible or part-time design rolesCompared for engineering expertise and licensure requirements

The Weekend Electrical Designer focuses on electrical design tasks during weekends, often requiring design certifications. In contrast, the Part-Time Electrical Engineer typically holds an engineering degree and licensure, performing broader engineering functions. Both roles may work in similar environments but differ in scope and credential requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend electrical designer?

To thrive as a Weekend Electrical Designer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering principles, circuit design, and CAD drafting, usually supported by a relevant degree or diploma. Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical simulation tools, as well as knowledge of industry codes and standards, is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, time management, and effective communication help you stand out, especially when working independently on weekend shifts. These skills ensure accurate, compliant designs and enable efficient collaboration with teams, even during off-peak hours.

What are some common challenges faced by weekend electrical designers, and how can they effectively manage these challenges?

Weekend Electrical Designers often work with tight deadlines and may have limited access to on-site resources or full project teams due to the weekend schedule. To manage these challenges, it’s important to maintain clear communication with weekday teams, stay organized with project documentation, and proactively identify any resources needed in advance. Utilizing collaborative tools and maintaining flexibility can help ensure projects stay on track, even when working outside typical business hours.
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REVIT Electrical Designer -Data Centers/Industrial

Kiewit Corporation

Arvada, CO • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Requisition ID: 180928 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering 

Department: Drafting & Design 

Market: Industrial 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

If you are viewing this position on other websites, we recommend you apply via at our website at www.kiewitjobs.com, applying directly to the position. 

Our REVIT Electrical Designers at Kiewit are key contributors to the development of complex electrical power distribution and control systems for largescale industrial facilities. In this role, you will translate engineering intent into highly coordinated, constructible electrical designs using advanced 3D modeling in REVIT and Smartplant 3D.  You'll work across mediumvoltage and lowvoltage systems, grounding and bonding networks, cable routing strategies, lighting and photometric layouts, and equipment integration for processdriven environments. Our Electrical and I&C  design teams at Kiewit, contribute to major projects every day and are central to realiablity, safety and constructability for critical and complex facilities.  Our Industrial Market is expanding due to new work in Hyperscale Data Centers, and increased work in the Water/Wastewater and Campus/Industrial energy sectors of our business.  We hire designers for a career, and offer educational assistance and hands on mentoring and development to grow your skills to become an expert in electrical design.  

This is a role for designers who want to support EPC projects, and own their work from concept through commissioning, who understand how design decisions impact cost and schedule, and who thrive in a fastpaced environment where technical rigor and practical execution go hand in hand.  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.  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.  

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service engineering consulting and design firm serving a broad range of the industrial markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the industrial, transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Our operations-focused engineering provides our clients with safe and efficient facilities, and it integrates our 130 years of construction experience to finish projects on time and to make sure that Nobody Gets Hurt.

Our rapidly growing Industrial Engineering team, which includes process, mechanical, 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 Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy, Water and Utilities.  

Location

This position can be based out of locations where we have Kiewit offices (Lenexa, KS, Lone Tree CO, Bloomington MN, Houston TX).  We offer relocation assistance to our Lenexa, Kansas district office only.  

Please note:   To work fully remote, in our Bloomington or Houston office, we are looking for Senior Designers only *(10 years and up) with 10+ years in REVIT or Smartplant 3D.

Responsibilities

Utilize Revit 3D (primarily) and Smartplant 3D design tools to design and draft drawings for electrical systems for buildings and industrial facilities. 

Key Deliverables include:  Power distribution diagrams, electrical schematics, One-line diagrams, 3D models, load lists, panel schedules, cable and equipment sizing coordination with engineers, power plans, lighting plans, lightening protection, raceway and conduit routing plants, cable tray layouts, lighting plans and power plans, grounding layouts, cable tray and conduit modeling, 3D equipment layouts,  (Transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VFD's), model based quantity takeoffs, clash detection and coordination with other disciplines. 

Utilize codes and standards to complete assignments with little supervision

Identifies changes in the scope of work during a small project and produces design changes as needed to stay within budget and schedule.   More Senior Designers may lead projects and other designers.  

Takes initiative to meet or exceed the quality and expected outcome requirements of internal and external customers. 

Performs assigned work efficiently and effectively to maximize productivity, while complying with company standards to produce quality deliverables. 

Qualifications

    High School diploma or GED and minimum of 5+ years' related electrical design with 5 years in REVIT or Smartplant 3D
    For more Senior level designers, a minimum of 10 years using either REVIT and/or Smartplant 3D.    
   Works collaboratively across departments and involves others in solving problems. Initiates meetings within own team, other disciplines or internal customers for clarity on work.
   Supports project teams and departments with design support for drawings, specifications, IO Lists.  Works well with other to accomplish common goals and objectives.  Understanding of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE standards.
   Able to manage multiple responsibilities with set expectations and meet deadlines.  Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.  Detail oriented and a strong team player
   Experience working with multi-disciplined teams, and subcontractors for equipment. Experience with design for construction preferred; Design/Build, EPC project experience preferred.

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Working Conditions

 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: $72,000 - $120,000 
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from:  05/26/2026  - 09/01/2026  

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