Weekend Infrastructure Planning Jobs in Illinois

Requisition ID: 180849
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers is seeking a Traction Power and Electrical Power Designer to support the rapid growth of the electrical department and infrastructure projects around the country. The person will work under the direction of an Engineering Manager and/or a Senior Traction Power Engineer to develop drawings for electrical power system, traction power system, communication system, ATC system, and any other systems.
District Overview
2025 ENR National Contractor Rankings #1 for Transportation and #3 Top 100 design build firms
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers District seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.
Clients benefit from Kiewit's proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing to experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit's management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit's legacy of excellence.
At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures - we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.
Location
This position can be located in our McLean, VA, Itasca, IL, or Lone Tree, CO.
Responsibilities

• Develop AUTOCAD electrical drawings for rail transit systems or other infrastructural projects.
• Create 3D Revit Model for Rail facilities.
• Perform field survey when required.
• Review CAD requirements from the clients and develop internal CAD standards for a project.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in Electrical Power and/or traction power design
• Ability to travel as business requires.
• Proficient in MS office suite.
• Proficient in AUTOCAD software.
• Proficient in Revit Software
• Experience in Rail Transit Business is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering or related engineering fields is preferred.
• Experience with MicroStation is preferred.
• Experience working with AI agents and tools preferred #LI-JP1

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.
• 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: 05/19/2026 - 10/02/2026
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.
There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.
Here you'll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.
Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.
We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.