Mechanical Designer - Industrial Facilities

Position Overview

We are adding several Mid-level Mechanical Designers to our Kiewit Industrial/Water Engineering team.  We are looking for designers with experience in SmartPlant (or similar tool) to create 3D equipment models, and piping systems for our broad portfolio of projects.   In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with subject matter experts, supporting the full spectrum of designs, from conceptual (pre-FEED), to FEED to detailed design for design/build and EPC projects for facilities across North America.  Join a team that encourages creativity, innovation, and a company known for its commitment to excellence and delivering exceptional engineering solutions.  

District Overview

Kiewit Industrial and Water Engineering is a full-service engineering consulting and design firm serving a broad range of the industrial markets. Our combined staff delivers expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve a broad range of projects such as Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Energy, Water and Wastewater treatment, Waste to Energy, and Advanced Technologies (Semiconductors, Data Centers and EV Battery).  

Location

This position is based at our campus in Lenexa Kansas or Minneapolis Minnesota.  We provide relocation assistance.   

Responsibilities

• Utilize SmartPlant 3D (or other 3D design software) to create 3D equipment models based off equipment drawings. 
• Design piping systems and generate isometric drawings for systems typical for food and beverage, bulk solids material handling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, process steam, process water, drains, and general plant/facility water, compressed air, and gas systems.
• Design material handling systems and generate isometric and detail drawings for systems typical for food and beverage, bulk solids material handling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, pneumatic conveying, chutework, and ductwork.
• Perform early project design work related to facility layout and equipment general arrangement.
• Develop and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Develop the capability to navigate 3D models and check for interferences and constructability.
• Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFI’s, providing creative design solutions, etc.
• Coordinate with other design partners (both internal and external) including construction partners, equipment suppliers, and other engineers and designers assigned to the project or task and review work progress and results.
• Develop schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Computer Aided Design and Drafting Technology or related field preferred.
• Experience with design software such as SmartPlant, AutoCAD, Microstation, Inventor, or Solidworks.
• A minimum of 10 years' of industry related design experience preparing 3D models, and design documents for piping systems.
• Knowledge of piping support design, pipe stress analysis, equipment design/layout and installation of systems is required.  Knowledge of piping design standards, specifications and procedures is required.  .
• Preferred experience with SmartPlant 3D.
• Proficient in basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

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