What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mid-Sr Structural Engineer - Power Engineering position at kiewit.valhalla.stage?
Requisition ID: 176848
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Structural Design Engineer, you’ll support all phases of construction through conceptual design, structural calculations, plan development, task scheduling, and risk mitigation to ensure crew safety.
We’re seeking a mid- to senior-level engineer with strong technical skills and leadership potential to help drive complex projects forward.
District Overview
Kiewit Power Engineers brings various project types to life across North America, including gas-fired generation, power delivery, environmental retrofits, renewables and new technology, and water/wastewater. Our staff leads the power markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit's construction teams to focus on safe, cost-effective and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.
Location
This position can be based at one of either Lenexa, KS (Kansas City Metro) or Lone Tree, CO (Denver, CO Metro) with the ability to have a hybrid schedule.
Responsibilities
- Prepare designs for assigned structure(s) including research, selection of lateral force resisting system, analysis, and drawing preparation for power generation projects.
- Apply department and industry standards when preparing calculations, project drawings, and project specifications.
- Understand and meet or exceed the requirements of the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual requirements.
- Research new markets and adapt current process and workflows to successfully execute project deliverables.
- Coordinate with internal and external partners including cross-discipline, construction, vendors, fabricator(s), and owners to address structural-related issues or concerns.
- Prepare, monitor, and update project plans, schedules, and budgets (including staffing needs) to project management and department management.
- Support department managers in achieving performance goals for the department.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural engineering program from an ABET-accredited four-year program
- At least 5-years of experience in structural engineering and design.
- Experience in the power industry or industrial markets is preferred.
- Functional in utilizing spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and computer operations.
- Knowledgeable in engineering software. SAP2000, SAFE, and Mathcad are preferred.
- General knowledge of engineering standards including ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, and IBC.
- Licensed Professional Engineer preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
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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: $95,000 - $130,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 09/24/2025 - 01/01/2026
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.
Salary : $95,000 - $130,000