Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit Corporation - Lenexa, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Lenexa, KS

1,001-5,000 employees

Construction of Buildings

About the position

Kiewit Power Engineering Group is seeking an experienced-level Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to be a part of our growing team. The ideal candidate will provide instrumentation & control discipline technical expertise as well as I&C team leadership for the execution and evaluation of project designs. This role involves working independently on small projects or as part of a large multi-discipline team on larger projects, collaborating with both internal and external engineers and construction partners to deliver the industry's best engineering and physical design. Project assignments will range from supporting proposals and estimates to technical design execution and construction and commissioning support. Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,000 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. With 140 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. Our rapidly growing Power district includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument, and control disciplines. This multi-faceted division of Kiewit focuses on the EPC delivery model for power facilities, offering a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management, and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in areas such as gas-fired generation, power delivery, environmental retrofits, renewables, and new technology, as well as water/wastewater. We are a high-performing team of engineers and designers that develop projects through the project life-cycle, engaging in exciting projects throughout North America. Our staff leads the industrial markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit's construction teams to approach construction-driven engineering with a focus on safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Act as a lead or support engineer on various projects providing technical solutions for design, construction, equipment, and operations of SCADA system replacements/upgrades and other I&C projects for power projects.
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria for projects of all sizes and complexity.
• Incorporate contract and customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and other contractual requirements to ensure projects meet or exceed goals.
• Contribute to the development of client proposals and project cost estimates, leading cost, feasibility, and planning studies.
• Develop and apply a comprehensive understanding of departmental design and industry standard methods, engineering codes, and Kiewit guidelines to oversee and perform design calculations, project drawings, and specifications.
• Formulate and prepare technical specifications, perform bid evaluations of equipment and construction proposals, and develop recommendations for equipment selection and contract awards.
• Schedule, review, and coordinate design efforts with other project personnel.
• Oversee and direct supplier shop drawing reviews, comments, and approvals, and perform technical contract administration.
• Mentor and direct the work of entry and mid-level employees for skills development, reviewing their progress and providing direction as needed.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to address electrical/I&C-related design concepts, issues, or concerns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year college or university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration preferred.
• At least 5 years' experience in instrumentation and controls engineering and design, with a minimum of three years in the power generation market.
• Familiarity with control system programming concepts.
• Experience with SCADA systems and PLC; DCS system experience is desirable.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Displays leadership and confidence to mentor peers.

Benefits

• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.
• Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Retirement plans with matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off.