Kiewit Nuclear Solutions- Electrical Engineer -Lead-Lenexa, KS & Oak Ridge, TN

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions- Electrical Engineer -Lead

Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of a new, emerging nuclear market? Our nuclear safety culture is strong at Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. We are seeking experienced Electrical Design Engineers to join our team. At Kiewit, we are an innovative team of engineers and designers that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff leads and collaborates with Kiewit's module fabrication and 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. In an ever-changing job market, we offer a rare opportunity to be a part of a stable company with a proven history of success. Your role will be essential to our operations, ensuring that your contributions are valued and impactful within Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. The Electrical Design Engineer functions in a mid-level engineering capacity performs all aspects of conventional and nuclear design engineering. The engineer in this position must have an aptitude for practical engineering, a willingness to immerse oneself in the position and rapidly learn the business, ability to work with little supervision, have strong leadership skills, and be willing to travel periodically.

This position is located in Lenexa, KS, or Oak Ridge, TN.

Responsibilities

• Power System Studies: Conduct and review detailed AC/DC calculations using ETAP, including short circuit, voltage drop, arc-flash, motor starting, and relay coordination.
• Procurement & Vendor Support: Develop and review equipment specifications. Participate in bid evaluations and manage vendor Q&A tracking.
• Design Development: Prepare scoping documents and perform constructability reviews. Design and review lighting, communications, and security systems.
• Collaboration & Client Interface: Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Engage with clients and implementation personnel.
• Travel: Visit client/vendor offices and plant sites for design reviews and construction coordination.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Experience: 5+ years in electrical system design for industrial or nuclear power plant projects.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in selecting equipment and materials. Experienced in preparing engineering design packages, calculations, and specifications. Skilled in designing low and medium voltage distribution systems (e.g., transformers, generators, motors, relays).
• Soft Skills: Strong written and verbal communication. Highly detail-oriented.
• Licensure: PE license or ability to obtain.

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. Field roles only may work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: $123,000/yr - $129,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)