UG Transmission Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery ...

Requisition ID: 179689 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Delivery Department: Design Engineering Market: Power Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Kiewit is seeking an Underground Transmission Engineer to join our growing Underground Transmission team in the Power Delivery department. As part of this team of highly specialized design professionals, you will support a variety of underground/submarine transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV in both engineering detailed design and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects for clients throughout North America. You will be part of a team that supports all aspects of the project execution process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing calculations, developing plans, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to ensure smooth and safe construction operations. District Overview Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil, gas markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry. Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live. We have invested in industry leading design technology and platforms while also expanding our construction equipment fleet with the most advanced, and safest equipment on the market. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling and safety programs available. We are an innovative team that prides itself on continuous improvement and always delivering on our commitments to our clients and ourselves. Our staff collaborates with Kiewitu2019s vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, mining, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewitu2019s legacy of excellence. Location This position is based out of our office in Portland, OR. Responsibilities u2022 Prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints. u2022 Develop a personal initiative and ability to interact with personnel, contractors, regulatory representatives, and town / city officials in a positive, collaborative and team-building manner. u2022 Learn the preparation of design deliverables for underground transmission lines including plan and profiles, ampacity calculations, pulling calculations, material selection, duct bank design, riser structure design, horizontal directional drilling design and construction specifications in compliance with safety, environmental and client standards and policies. u2022 Learn to review and approve drawings and material lists developed by designers. u2022 Develop project estimates and schedules, evaluate design options and criteria for technical merit, and conduct field visits to verify routing conditions and parameters. u2022 Learn to review drawings for manufacturers and use pertinent information in the production of design drawings. u2022 Learn standards such as ANSI, ASTM & ASCE, NAD/NAVD, ACI, AISC, ASCE, AWS, CRSI, and OSHA. And willing to learn basic electrical standards such as: IEC, ICEA, AEIC and NESC. Qualifications u2022 Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent u2022 3+ years of relevant engineering experience u2022 EIT licensure or eligibility within the United States u2022 Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage, but not required: this includes SAP2000, RISA 3D, SAFE, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MathCAD u2022 Experience with working in a team setting u2022 Proactive communication skills, both oral and written, with individuals at all levels of the organization u2022 Worked with several aspects of project execution; client interaction; proposal and cost estimate preparations; subcontract management; feasibility studies; conceptual and detailed design; construction support; manufacturing inspection and factory acceptance test witness; project close-out. u2022 Experience with Geotechnical engineering and survey related work is a plus. #LI-RF1 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. + May work at various different locations and conditions may vary. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. u200b Company: Kiewit

Created: 2026-02-11