Kiewit
Overhead Transmission Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery 1
Kiewit, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overhead Transmission Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery 1
Location: Chicago, IL, US
Requisition ID:
174822 Job Level:
Mid Level Home District/Group:
Kiewit Power Engineering Market:
Power Employment Type:
Full Time Position Overview
Kiewit Power Engineers has an immediate opening for a motivated Overhead Transmission Engineer to join our growing Power Delivery team! As part of this team of highly specialized design professionals, you will support a variety of transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV in both engineering detailed design and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects for clients throughout the country. You will be part of a team that supports all aspects of the project execution process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing final design and deliverables, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to ensure smooth and safe construction operations. Responsibilities
Discover opportunities to collaborate in a team environment to understand client needs, prepare deliverables, and provide project updates. Establish design criteria based on industry, company, and/or client standards. Create computer models of overhead electric transmission lines and structures in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS TOWER. Assemble drawings, specifications, and design criteria for the procurement of tubular steel structures, lattice towers, and transmission line hardware. Review the vendor supplied calculations and drawings for compliance. Develop construction packages for internal construction crews and client contractors that include plan & profiles, staking sheets, bill of materials, structure details, foundation drawings, and installation specifications. Present to management, analyze PLS-CADD reports, formulate design aids, and draft reports using Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Yammer). Participate in peer reviews to meet quality expectations and client standards to build a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Visit construction sites, meet in client offices, and travel out of town to tour supplier facilities as required by projects and assignments. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field At least 2 years’ experience designing transmission lines between 69kV and 345kV Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification (or successful completion of FE exam) preferred Experience in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE Knowledge of MFAD, LPILE, and geotechnical recommendation application for foundation design, preferred Knowledge of client and industry standards, including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and RUS 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. We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit.
Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will
positively impact people’s lives for generations to come. Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.
We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.
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174822 Job Level:
Mid Level Home District/Group:
Kiewit Power Engineering Market:
Power Employment Type:
Full Time Position Overview
Kiewit Power Engineers has an immediate opening for a motivated Overhead Transmission Engineer to join our growing Power Delivery team! As part of this team of highly specialized design professionals, you will support a variety of transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV in both engineering detailed design and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects for clients throughout the country. You will be part of a team that supports all aspects of the project execution process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing final design and deliverables, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to ensure smooth and safe construction operations. Responsibilities
Discover opportunities to collaborate in a team environment to understand client needs, prepare deliverables, and provide project updates. Establish design criteria based on industry, company, and/or client standards. Create computer models of overhead electric transmission lines and structures in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS TOWER. Assemble drawings, specifications, and design criteria for the procurement of tubular steel structures, lattice towers, and transmission line hardware. Review the vendor supplied calculations and drawings for compliance. Develop construction packages for internal construction crews and client contractors that include plan & profiles, staking sheets, bill of materials, structure details, foundation drawings, and installation specifications. Present to management, analyze PLS-CADD reports, formulate design aids, and draft reports using Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Yammer). Participate in peer reviews to meet quality expectations and client standards to build a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Visit construction sites, meet in client offices, and travel out of town to tour supplier facilities as required by projects and assignments. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field At least 2 years’ experience designing transmission lines between 69kV and 345kV Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification (or successful completion of FE exam) preferred Experience in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE Knowledge of MFAD, LPILE, and geotechnical recommendation application for foundation design, preferred Knowledge of client and industry standards, including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and RUS 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. We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit.
Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will
positively impact people’s lives for generations to come. Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.
We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.
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