Civil Design Intern - Kiewit Power Engineering (Summer ...
Kiewit - Lenexa, KS
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Requisition ID: 176910 Job Level: Internship Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering Department: Drafting & Design Market: Power Employment Type: Full Time Temporary Position Overview A Civil Design Intern applies engineering drafting principles and procedures in performing basic engineering drafting work. Develops drawings and models with information provided by engineers and designers. Requires close guidance and direction. This position coordinates with other design group team members to review and exchange project information necessary for design and development. Performs specific design functions for the project as assigned. 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 1,300 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 Location This position is based out of our Lenexa, KS office. Responsibilities Includes, but not necessarily limited to the following: u2022 Utilizes the Operations Drafting/Design Standards Manual with each task or assignment. u2022 Utilizes each applicable document of the Department Quality Standards and Procedures to implement each task or assignment. u2022 Reports project progression updates and/or issues to Lead Designer as required. Informs Manager and/or Lead Designer of project decisions that differ from Kiewit Power Engineers standards. u2022 Learns applicable engineering national and local codes. u2022 Participates in meetings as required: i.e., Weekly Project Meetings. u2022 Assists in job-related activities with project team members. u2022 Checks design for consistency, safety, operability and maintenance requirements before submitting to checking. u2022 Develops 3D models utilizing drawings, sketches, and design skills. u2022 Develops the capability of checking and navigating in the 3D models for interferences and constructability. u2022 Creates plan drawings and details. u2022 Files the master sets/originals, superseded drawings and originals as required in a timely manner. u2022 Completes as-builts by utilizing RFIs, ECNs and red-marked drawings from construction to develop u201cConformed to Construction Recordsu201d as required. u2022 Completes miscellaneous tasks to support project development. u2022 Creates guidelines, checklists or other applicable knowledge-based documents as assigned. u2022 Provides lessons learned throughout the project by utilizing the Lessons Learned Database. u2022 Gathers information needed to develop drawings. u2022 Resolves checked drawings; prove and understand the comments made. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. u2022 Must be able to communicate effectively and constructively with other team members and disciplines both verbally and in written form. u2022 Must be able to complete assignments in a timely manner. Demonstrated ability to interpret multi-discipline engineering and vendor documents. u2022 Must be able to represent Kiewit Engineering and Design in a professional manner to owners, contractors, vendors and any other contacts outside the Kiewit Engineering and Design organization. Computer skills u2022 Must be capable of utilizing a computer-aided drafting program (MicroStation, AutoCAD, GeoPak, NavisWorks), and have a basic knowledge of the latest computer operating systems. u2022 Must be able to communicate through emails and utilize electronic meeting requests. u2022 Must have a working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases. Education u2022 Pursuing Associate or Bacheloru2019s degree in Computer Aided Design & Drafting Technology or related field Travel A Civil Designer Intern may serve as a field designer to support the project by performing field measurements, assisting construction personnel in reviewing structural drawings and field construction personnel in reviewing structural drawings and field construction, researching Kiewit Power Engineers drawings and other information, vendor drawings and O&M manuals, coordinating with Kiewit Power Engineers office. 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 thatu2019s 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. u200b Company: Kiewit
Created: 2025-12-05