Mechanical Engineer, Power Engineering
Kiewit
About the Role
Kiewit Power Engineering is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer. This role involves establishing, maintaining, and improving company standards and tools, while also utilizing them to contribute to project success. Candidates should be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software, with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Flexibility in work assignments and a growth mindset are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the design of mechanical piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs) for power plant, carbon capture facilities, or renewable energy systems, including steam cycle systems, boiler feed and condensate, water treatment, fuel handling, hydraulic, heat transfer systems, conveying systems, and air and gas systems.
- Prepare design calculations and specifications for major power plant, carbon capture facilities, or renewable energy related equipment, including but not limited to, combustion turbines, steam turbines, boilers, condensers, cooling towers, and pumps.
- Prepare pipe stress model analysis for power generation, carbon capture, or renewable energy projects.
- Prepare mechanical engineering designs, including layout, design sketches, and conceptual design.
- Check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
- Assist in the development of schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion.
- Coordinate with other drafters, designers, and engineers assigned to the project or a task, and review work progress and results.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Familiarity with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software.
- Understanding of design documentation creation and layouts.
- Proficient in basic computer programs including MS Word and Excel, web browsing and e-mail programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year university.
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
- GPA above 3.0 preferred.
Other Requirements
- Regular, reliable attendance.
- Work productively and meet deadlines.
- 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 and overtime/weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations with varying conditions.