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

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions-Instrumentation & Controls 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 Instrumentation and Controls 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.

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

Responsibilities

• Power System Analysis: Perform and review detailed engineering calculations using ETAP, including AC/DC power studies, short circuit analysis, voltage drop, arc-flash, and protective relay settings.
• Equipment & Vendor Coordination:
  • Develop and review equipment procurement specifications.
  • Support vendor bid evaluations and manage Q&A tracking.
• Design & Documentation:
  • Prepare scoping documents and conceptual design reviews.
  • Create and review detailed designs for lighting, communications, and security systems.
• Collaboration:
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (Mechanical, Structural, Civil, I&C).
  • Interface with clients and support implementation personnel.
• Site Support: Travel to client/vendor offices and plant sites for design reviews and construction coordination.

Qualifications

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.

Experience:

• 1015+ years of experience in electrical engineering design for industrial applications or nuclear power plants.
• Extensive background in commercial and DOE nuclear design projects.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficient in electrical system design, including low and medium voltage distribution (transformers, generators, motors, relays).
• Skilled in performing detailed engineering calculations using ETAP: AC/DC power studies, short circuit analysis, voltage drop, arc-flash, motor starting, and protective relay settings.
• Experienced in preparing and reviewing specifications, procurement documents, and engineering design packages.
• Knowledgeable in ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes and engineering design principles (e.g., GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, interference checks).
• Familiar with P&ID, PFD, and general arrangement drawings for skid-mounted or permanent equipment packages.
• Competent in lighting, communications, and security systems design.

Project & Team Collaboration:

• Interfaces effectively with multidisciplinary teams (Mechanical, Structural, Civil, I&C) and clients.
• Participates in vendor bid evaluations and supports procurement processes.
• Coordinates with fabricators and engineers to develop and refine designs.

Soft Skills & Work Ethic:

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing error-free documentation.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying and resolving engineering challenges.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Leads integrated engineering processes to meet project milestones.
• Conducts constructability reviews and supports conceptual design development.
• Ensures compliance with quality assurance standards and timely project delivery.
• Willing to travel (less than 20%) for design reviews and site coordination.

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. May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: $127,000/yr - $133,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

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 believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.