Requisition ID: 173429

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers (KIE) has an opening for a dynamic Entry-Level Bridge 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, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us to identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

Location

This position is located in our Lone Tree, CO office.

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.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or greater in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering, with a bridge design emphasis (highly preferred)

• GPA above 3.0 preferred

• 0–2 years experience in structural engineering design, plan production and preparation of engineering calculations for bridge projects

• Registration as an EIT (Engineer in Training) in at least one state and eligibility for registration in Colorado

• Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles

• Experience with the design of multiple bridge types in concrete and steel, and knowledge of staged construction analysis preferred

• Experience with Design-Build delivery preferred

• Familiar with basic structural analysis software and engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MathCAD, Navisworks, SAP2000, RISA-3D, STAAD Pro etc.

• Preferred experience with engineering design software, i.e. programs such as LUSAS, MIDAS, PG Super, Open Bridge Design (OBD), OpenBrIM, etc.

• Familiar 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

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.

Base Compensation: $78,520 - $93,200

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 09/09/2024 - 12/31/2024

We offer our fulltime 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Company: Kiewit