Kiewit
Senior Structural Engineer
Position Overview
We are adding Mid and Senior Structural Engineers to our growing Kiewit Industrial team to support a variety of projects across North America. We have a strong backlog and our business continues to grow in the Data Center and Water/Wastewater markets. We are looking for a strong structural design professional, well‑versed in concrete and structural design, with experience designing building structures, equipment foundations, access platforms, piping, pipe‑racks, building platforms, tanks, and other related structures and systems for industrial, water, or manufacturing facilities. Experience with modular steel structures is highly desired. If you are interested in growing your career, leading projects and other engineers, we would love to talk with you. We offer a lifelong career here – we don't just hire for a job. We have a stable backlog of work, project variety, multiple markets to support, competitive salaries, great benefits, and a culture of innovation and being best in class at everything we do.
Requisition ID: 178103 • Job Level: Senior Level • Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering • Department: Design Engineering • Market: Industrial • Employment Type: Full Time.
District Overview Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full‑service engineering consulting and design firm serving a broad range of the industrial markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the industrial, transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Our operations‑focused engineering provides our clients with safe and efficient facilities, and it integrates our 130 years of construction experience to finish projects on time and to make sure that Nobody Gets Hurt. Our rapidly growing Industrial Engineering team, which includes process, mechanical, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi‑faced and leading‑edge division of Kiewit with best‑in‑class technical expertise focused on EPC and design‑build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy, Water and Utilities.
Location These positions can be based at our Lenexa, Kansas; Lone Tree, Colorado; Westlake, Texas; Houston, Texas; or Minneapolis, Minnesota office. Opportunities for flexible work are available; we offer relocation assistance.
Responsibilities
Prepare designs for structures including research, system selection, analysis, and drawing preparation on projects ranging from moderate to large in size and complexity. May be assigned as the Lead on one or more projects.
Apply department and industry standards to oversee the preparation of calculations, project drawings, and project specifications.
Mentor and direct the work of entry and mid‑level employees for skills development. Review their progress and results. Provide direction and coaching as needed.
Leverage Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create plans, drawings, and details.
Incorporate the requirements of the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual requirements to ensure the projects meet or exceed project goals.
Coordinate with internal and external partners including cross‑discipline, construction, vendors, fabricators, and owners to address structural‑related issues or concerns.
Recommend changes for standards or process improvements as needed.
Prepare, monitor, and update project plans, schedules, and budgets (including staffing needs) for project and department management. Support estimating, scheduling and project controls as needed.
Support department managers in setting and achieving performance goals for the department.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (civil or architectural) from an ABET‑accredited four‑year college or university. Master’s coursework preferred.
Licensed Professional Engineer or in the process of completing your PE within the next 6 to 12 months.
At least 8 years of structural engineering and design experience in both concrete and steel, and at least 3 years in industrial, manufacturing, water/wastewater or building markets (preferably water/wastewater design). Experience leading projects and mentoring other engineers. Experience with modular structural design highly desired.
Must communicate effectively and constructively with other team members and disciplines, both verbally and in writing.
Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and general computer operations.
Experienced with engineering software: CSi SAP2000 and SAFE, RISA Suite.
Experienced with BIM software: Revit preferred; AutoCAD and Navisworks. 3‑D modeling experience required.
Able to represent Kiewit Industrial Engineering professionally to owners, contractors, vendors, and other external contacts.
Other Requirements
Regular, reliable attendance.
Work productively and meet deadlines.
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 usage, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
Base Compensation $90,000/yr – $150,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skill set, and/or location).
Posting Availability This posting will be active from: 10/23/2025 – 12/31/2025.
Benefits 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Requisition ID: 178103 • Job Level: Senior Level • Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering • Department: Design Engineering • Market: Industrial • Employment Type: Full Time.
District Overview Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full‑service engineering consulting and design firm serving a broad range of the industrial markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the industrial, transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Our operations‑focused engineering provides our clients with safe and efficient facilities, and it integrates our 130 years of construction experience to finish projects on time and to make sure that Nobody Gets Hurt. Our rapidly growing Industrial Engineering team, which includes process, mechanical, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi‑faced and leading‑edge division of Kiewit with best‑in‑class technical expertise focused on EPC and design‑build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy, Water and Utilities.
Location These positions can be based at our Lenexa, Kansas; Lone Tree, Colorado; Westlake, Texas; Houston, Texas; or Minneapolis, Minnesota office. Opportunities for flexible work are available; we offer relocation assistance.
Responsibilities
Prepare designs for structures including research, system selection, analysis, and drawing preparation on projects ranging from moderate to large in size and complexity. May be assigned as the Lead on one or more projects.
Apply department and industry standards to oversee the preparation of calculations, project drawings, and project specifications.
Mentor and direct the work of entry and mid‑level employees for skills development. Review their progress and results. Provide direction and coaching as needed.
Leverage Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create plans, drawings, and details.
Incorporate the requirements of the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual requirements to ensure the projects meet or exceed project goals.
Coordinate with internal and external partners including cross‑discipline, construction, vendors, fabricators, and owners to address structural‑related issues or concerns.
Recommend changes for standards or process improvements as needed.
Prepare, monitor, and update project plans, schedules, and budgets (including staffing needs) for project and department management. Support estimating, scheduling and project controls as needed.
Support department managers in setting and achieving performance goals for the department.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (civil or architectural) from an ABET‑accredited four‑year college or university. Master’s coursework preferred.
Licensed Professional Engineer or in the process of completing your PE within the next 6 to 12 months.
At least 8 years of structural engineering and design experience in both concrete and steel, and at least 3 years in industrial, manufacturing, water/wastewater or building markets (preferably water/wastewater design). Experience leading projects and mentoring other engineers. Experience with modular structural design highly desired.
Must communicate effectively and constructively with other team members and disciplines, both verbally and in writing.
Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and general computer operations.
Experienced with engineering software: CSi SAP2000 and SAFE, RISA Suite.
Experienced with BIM software: Revit preferred; AutoCAD and Navisworks. 3‑D modeling experience required.
Able to represent Kiewit Industrial Engineering professionally to owners, contractors, vendors, and other external contacts.
Other Requirements
Regular, reliable attendance.
Work productively and meet deadlines.
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 usage, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.
Base Compensation $90,000/yr – $150,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skill set, and/or location).
Posting Availability This posting will be active from: 10/23/2025 – 12/31/2025.
Benefits 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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