Structural Engineer, Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit

Bellevue, WA0–2 yrs10h agovia LinkedInH-1B sponsor · 5 entry-level filings

This job at a glance

Who can apply
New grads and up to 2 years · Master's degree
Work
On-site in Bellevue
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Listed
Nov 8, 2026 · still open

About the Role

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an opening for a dynamic Entry-Level Structural Engineer in our growing Design Engineering Services Group. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, and materials disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to engineering and CADD teams in developing preliminary and final plans and details.
  • Identify and understand the technical requirements of high-risk projects and implement engineering principles to develop solutions.
  • Identify, interpret, and apply appropriate design standards and codes; ensure compliance with contract documents.
  • Participate in technical meetings and discussions, and strategize solutions to complex or unique technical problems.
  • Identify and implement new technologies that provide a competitive advantage.
  • Identify technical differentiators and develop schemes for key project pursuits.
  • Ensure all work is performed in compliance with Kiewit and/or project-specific Quality Management plans.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • 0–2 years experience in relevant structural engineering design.
  • 0–2 years experience in engineering plan production and preparation of engineering calculations.
  • Highly technically competent and familiar with current tools/programs/software, and CADD production practice.
  • Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles.
  • Experience with the design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel.
  • Knowledge of staged construction analysis.
  • Experience with AASHTO LRFD, AISC, ACI, CAN/CSA S-6, and other North American design codes.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
  • Ability to travel as business requires.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or greater in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering.
  • Preferred experience with engineering design software, i.e. programs such as LUSAS, SOFiSTiK, MIDAS, etc.

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.

H-1B sponsor

Kiewit filed 5 entry-level H-1B applications for new hires (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026, Department of Labor).

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