Mid-Level Mechanical Designer - Power Engineering
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Mid-Level Mechanical Designer - Kiewit Power Engineering
Location:
Lone Tree, CO, US
Position Overview:
We are an innovative team of engineers and designers that support a diverse set of projects in the power market. As a Mechanical Designer with us, you will be responsible for developing detailed piping and mechanical equipment and systems designs, layouts and 3D models for power generating plants, carbon capture plants and other related facilities. You could be involved in designing any or all of the following: steam cycle systems, boiler feed and condensate systems, water treatment, fuel handling, hydraulic, heat transfer systems, conveying systems, or air and gas systems.
We stand out in the power generation sector due to our EPC expertise, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects. If you are looking for a diverse portfolio of projects to work on, and want to work on EPC projects - we would love to talk with you. We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing electricity demands.
We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career. At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! ENR ranks us as #2 in Design in North America and #3 in Power delivery.
We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!
Responsibilities:
Draft sketches, piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs), plans, sections and details, drawings, equipment layout, and design/model in 3D for power plant systems which could include: steam cycle systems, boiler feed and condensate, water treatment, fuel handling, hydraulic, heat transfer systems, conveying systems, rotating equipment (generators) systems, and Balance of plant systems (compressed air and gas systems, service water, HVAC). Designs include equipment layout and complete mechanical systems, including checking interferences and constructability.
Check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards. Adhere to schedules and work assignments to ensure successful project completion. Coordinate with other drafters, designers and other team members assigned to a project or task, and support work progress and results. Train and advise interns or new graduates. Require little to no supervision required to apply standard correctly to design.
Seek feedback and use it effectively. Works efficiently as an individual contributor as well as part of a larger design team. Identify changes in the scope of work during a small project and produces design changes as needed to stay within budget and schedule. Take the initiative to meet or exceed the quality and expected outcome requirements of internal and external customers.
Complete miscellaneous tasks to support project development. Participate in project meetings as required.
Qualifications:
At least 3 years' experience in Design and/or Drafting disciplines with a background in Piping and/or mechanical equipment and systems design in a 3D modeling environment. Power generation experience is preferred. Associate or Bachelor's degree in Drafting/Design or engineering preferred; minimum High school or GED Diploma. Experience utilizing 3D programs such as Micro Station, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Smart
Plant3D, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Autodesk, Open Plant or similar programs as well as knowledge and experience using latest computer operating systems and office software. Able to utilize software to check for interferences and constructability in designs. Must have experience conceptualizing designs/models in a 2D/3D environment designing similar mechanical systems and equipment as outlined…
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