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Kiewit builds major energy infrastructure across the U.S., and Civil Engineers drive that work from preconstruction through closeout. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering talent, making it a realistic target if you're navigating H-1B, OPT, or TN sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 180094
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Delivery
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Power is seeking a motivated Early Career Civil Engineer to join our growing Substation Design team! As part of the team of highly specialist design professionals, you will support a variety of substation, transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV. We support both engineering design and EPC projects for clients throughout the country. Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.
District Overview
Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, oil and gas markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provide holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry. Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live. We have invested in industry leading design technology and platforms while also expanding our construction equipment fleet with the most advanced, and safest equipment on the market. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling and safety programs available. We are an innovative team that prides itself on continuous improvement and always delivers on our commitments to our clients and ourselves. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit’s vast internal network of resources that spans across heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, mining, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions to exceed client expectations and grow Kiewit’s legacy of excellence. On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, by joining Kiewit, you’re ensuring a lifetime of success.
Location
This position is based out of our Lenexa, KS office.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the evaluation, selection and application of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to site development projects.
- Analyze topographic survey, geotechnical reports, plans, maps, and other data to design projects.
- Site development, grading, and stormwater design for substation that may include analysis, calculations, research, selection, layout, etc. necessary to develop required design documents.
- Utilize knowledge of departmental design standards and applicable engineering codes to review prepared drawings and documents for conformance; work with civil designers to ensure quality procedures are followed.
- Assist in design efforts with all project personnel in all disciplines and departments ranging in moderate to large or complex projects.
- Collaborate with entry and mid-level employees for skills development; review work progress and results and provide direction as needed.
- Utilize civil engineering software packages and computer-aided drafting software in accordance with industry codes and standards.
- Effectively execute projects within budget and schedule constraints.
- Collaborate with various discipline and subsidiary groups to provide expertise and support business needs.
- Provide recommendations and suggestions on designs as well as processes and standards.
- Work closely with Kiewit construction partners in a collaborative manner to ensure total project success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year college or university program required
- 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
- Engineering in Training (EIT) license preferred
- Knowledge of basic spreadsheet, database, word processing programs and basic computer operation
- Experience with computer-assisted engineering and design software, preferably AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation and/or drainage calculation software
Working Conditions
- 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.
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.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 180094
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Delivery
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Power is seeking a motivated Early Career Civil Engineer to join our growing Substation Design team! As part of the team of highly specialist design professionals, you will support a variety of substation, transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV. We support both engineering design and EPC projects for clients throughout the country. Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.
District Overview
Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, oil and gas markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provide holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry. Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live. We have invested in industry leading design technology and platforms while also expanding our construction equipment fleet with the most advanced, and safest equipment on the market. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling and safety programs available. We are an innovative team that prides itself on continuous improvement and always delivers on our commitments to our clients and ourselves. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit’s vast internal network of resources that spans across heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, mining, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions to exceed client expectations and grow Kiewit’s legacy of excellence. On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, by joining Kiewit, you’re ensuring a lifetime of success.
Location
This position is based out of our Lenexa, KS office.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the evaluation, selection and application of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to site development projects.
- Analyze topographic survey, geotechnical reports, plans, maps, and other data to design projects.
- Site development, grading, and stormwater design for substation that may include analysis, calculations, research, selection, layout, etc. necessary to develop required design documents.
- Utilize knowledge of departmental design standards and applicable engineering codes to review prepared drawings and documents for conformance; work with civil designers to ensure quality procedures are followed.
- Assist in design efforts with all project personnel in all disciplines and departments ranging in moderate to large or complex projects.
- Collaborate with entry and mid-level employees for skills development; review work progress and results and provide direction as needed.
- Utilize civil engineering software packages and computer-aided drafting software in accordance with industry codes and standards.
- Effectively execute projects within budget and schedule constraints.
- Collaborate with various discipline and subsidiary groups to provide expertise and support business needs.
- Provide recommendations and suggestions on designs as well as processes and standards.
- Work closely with Kiewit construction partners in a collaborative manner to ensure total project success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year college or university program required
- 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
- Engineering in Training (EIT) license preferred
- Knowledge of basic spreadsheet, database, word processing programs and basic computer operation
- Experience with computer-assisted engineering and design software, preferably AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation and/or drainage calculation software
Working Conditions
- 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.
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.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Civil Engineer Jobs at Kiewit Jobs
Align your credentials to Kiewit's project scope
Kiewit hires Civil Engineers for heavy civil and energy projects, including substations, pipelines, and transmission infrastructure. Highlight site engineering, construction management, or EPC project experience on your resume. Generic civil credentials get passed over for field-ready ones.
Target roles that map to your current visa status
Kiewit posts Civil Engineer roles across disciplines and seniority levels. If you're on F-1 OPT, apply to roles with defined project start dates since your authorization window is fixed at 12 months, or 24 months with a STEM extension for qualifying engineering degrees.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Kiewit's open Civil Engineer positions
Kiewit's job board lists hundreds of engineering openings, making it hard to isolate sponsorship-eligible roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Kiewit Civil Engineer positions that align with your visa type and location requirements.
Understand how Kiewit structures its H-1B petitions
Kiewit files H-1B petitions tied to specific project locations, which means your LCA is site-specific. If you're placed on a different project after filing, your employer must post a new LCA at that worksite before you begin work there.
Prepare your PE licensure documentation early
Many Civil Engineer roles at Kiewit, especially at the project or senior level, list Professional Engineer licensure as a requirement or strong preference. If your degree is from outside the U.S., start the foreign credential evaluation process through NCEES well before you begin interviewing.
Factor PERM timelines into your job search planning
If your goal is a Green Card through EB-2 or EB-3, understand that PERM labor certification currently takes over a year at the DOL. Starting that conversation with a hiring manager or HR before you accept an offer helps avoid being caught mid-process without a clear path.
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Find Civil Engineer at Kiewit JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for Civil Engineers?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for Civil Engineer roles. As a large infrastructure contractor with projects across the energy sector, Kiewit has an established process for filing H-1B petitions tied to specific worksites. Because roles are often project-based, your petition will reference the project location, and your employer must file a new Labor Condition Application with the DOL if your assignment changes significantly.
Which visa types does Kiewit commonly use for Civil Engineer roles?
Kiewit supports several visa categories for Civil Engineers, including H-1B for specialty occupation workers, F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles, and J-1 for interns or trainees. For longer-term employees, Kiewit also sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card petitions through the PERM labor certification process at the DOL.
What qualifications does Kiewit expect for sponsored Civil Engineer positions?
Kiewit typically expects a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field for H-1B eligibility. For field-facing roles, hands-on experience in heavy civil or energy construction is a strong differentiator. Senior roles often require or prefer a Professional Engineer license. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service will likely be required during the hiring process.
How do I apply for Civil Engineer jobs at Kiewit?
You can browse and apply for Civil Engineer positions at Kiewit directly through their careers portal. For a faster search filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility, use Migrate Mate to surface Kiewit's open Civil Engineer roles alongside sponsorship details. When applying, tailor your resume to reflect the specific project type in the job posting, whether that's transmission, substation, pipeline, or other energy infrastructure work.
How do I time my application if I'm on OPT and targeting a Kiewit role?
If you're on F-1 OPT, apply to Kiewit roles at least three to four months before your OPT expires. Kiewit's H-1B cap-subject filings are submitted in April for an October 1 start, so timing your offer around that window matters. If you have a STEM degree, your 24-month OPT extension gives you additional runway and makes you eligible to be employed through two H-1B filing cycles if the first lottery registration is unsuccessful.
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