Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Position: Project Engineer I
Location: Broomfield

Company Name: Kahuna USA, LLC (Kahuna)

Title of position: Project Engineer I, II (Structural)

Position type: Full Time

Pay range: $90,000 - $130,000 Annually

Location: Westminster, Colorado


* This job is ineligible for sponsorship

About Kahuna USA

Kahuna is an energy-focused organization operating in a Private Equity-backed environment, driven by growth, execution, and long-term relationship & value creation. Our Core Values-Safety, Innovation, Empowerment, Integrity, and Relationships, guide how we operate, how we partner with clients, and how we support one another. We are committed to building a high-performing organization where employees can grow their careers while contributing meaningfully to the company's success.

About the Role

The Project Engineer I/II
- Structural role is an experienced to advanced-level position responsible for leading structural engineering efforts for a variety of projects within the energy sector. In this role, you will design and analyze structural systems, including foundations and steel structures, while supporting the development of project estimates and overall engineering deliverables.

Depending on experience, you will contribute to or take ownership of structural scope across projects. Operating under general to broad direction, you will perform structural analysis, develop practical and constructible design solutions, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment across engineering disciplines and integration with overall design.

As you progress within the role, you will take on increasing responsibility for project outcomes, supporting schedules, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards, and maintaining the quality and accuracy of deliverables. You may also provide guidance to less experienced engineers, contributing to team development while supporting safe, efficient, and successful project execution.

What You'll Do

• Able to adjust and evolve complex control system designs and pre-developed tools/templates to fit unique project situations.
• Coach/lead staff engineers through tool/template use and drawing reviews as well as peer model review
• Assist driving group standards and practices, as well as training staff engineers, on topics relating to ACI, AISC, ASCE, IBC, and PIP codes.
• Stamp IFC drawings following peer PE review.
• Independently lead structural portion of projects, coaching and managing staff engineer efforts, and stamping results following peer PE review.
• Act as primary project team and client contact for Civil and Structural discipline on smaller to mid-sized projects. This includes performing structural PM tasks of scope/schedule/cost tracking and management, and reviewing procurement efforts for building, rebar & steel contractor bids.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Civil Engineering (Structural Specialty preferred).
• 3-10 years of industry experience required.
• Taken and passed Professional Engineering Exam (Preferred)
• Strong work ethic, and able to travel to field project locations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills as well as attention to key prioritized details.
• Self-motivated and able to quickly react to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Self-manage workload, and direct workload of staff engineers, and experience managing resource teams.
• Advanced technical writing and client/team communication skills.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Kahuna offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) participation
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off and company holidays
• Access to onsite fitness facilities
• Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and professional development

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Next Steps

To apply , please provide a copy of your resume and cover letter and apply directly through our website at  Kahuna is a DOT-regulated company; therefore, this position will require that the candidate pass an initial drug screen and background check upon hire. Must be eligible to work in the United States as this job is ineligible for sponsorship.

Final date to receive applications: Open until filled.

Kahuna is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.