Industrial Designer Jobs in Colorado

Requisition ID: 180654

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Department: Drafting & Design

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As our Industrial and Water Markets grow, we continue to add experienced Structural Designers to our team to support a variety of engineering/construction projects within our Industrial market. We are looking for Structural designers with 5+ years experience in REVIT, performing 3D modeling of concrete and steel structures, who want to work on diverse projects and are looking for mentoring and growth opportunities. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with subject matter experts, supporting the full spectrum of designs, from conceptual (pre-FEED), to FEED to detailed design for design/building and EPC projects for Industrial facilities across North America. We have a diverse portfolio of work that includes Data Centers, Water and Wastewater treatment, and Campus/Utilities/Industrial Energy (small scale Power). Individuals that have led other designers, and projects are encouraged to apply.

If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to improve your structural skills - look no further! We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing infrastructure construction demands across the country. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career. At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top-notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees.

District Overview

Kiewit’s Industrial and Water Engineering Group has the ability and the responsibility to greatly influence the successful outcome of our projects. Our team is multi-faceted, with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Water and Wastewater treatment, Data Centers, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy/Campus Energy and Utilities.

Location

This position can be located at our one our Kiewit offices in Lone Tree, Colorado, Lenexa Kansas, Houston Texas, Bloomington Minnesota. For individuals interested outside those locations, we offer relocation assistance to Lenexa Kansas or our Lone Tree Colorado office.

Responsibilities

• Performs 3D designs of concrete, structural steel, modular steel, and stick built, precast elements, rebarr, foundations, pipe racks, tanks, platforms, buildings, connections, stairs, and other structures for Industrial facilities, using REVIT, and Navisworks for clash detection. Experience in design with construction in mind, and supports the design from a constructability standpoint.
• Experience converting sketches, markups and calcs into full detailed design drawings. Ensure geometry matches engineering requirements. Creates plans, sections, elevations and details for designs with correct dimensions, notes and callouts, and construction drawing packages that include schedules, and connection details. Perform quantity takeoffs for material (concrete, rebar, steel, for example).
• Collaborate with project teams in developing designs and construction documents, incorporating BIM practices and applications.
• Develops and manages project information while ensuring compliance with development information and information management standards and policies.
• Maintain project design documentation through all phases of design and construction.
• Ensures that project details and specifications are coordinated and communicated to the construction team through an integrated design process.
• Works with project managers, engineers, and other designers to aid in project completion within schedule, budget and quality constraints.
• Work closely with the BIM team and stakeholders to meet project objectives.
• Develop and check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Navigate 3D models and check for interferences and constructability.
• Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFI’s, providing creative design solutions, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required, plus 5 years of 3D modeling/structural design experience using REVIT.
• Experience with both Concrete and Steel structures design, designing structures like foundations, platforms, buildings, piping, tanks, precast elements, rebarr, pipe racks, stairs and connections, prefer experience with modular steel. Experience designing structures for Industrial Facilities is required. Experience with Water/Wastewater, Campus/Industrial Energy facilities, and Data Centers, preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years professional experience in REVIT Navisworks and Autodesk Docs, as well as MS office suite.
• Ability to read and understand Construction Documents and Submittals.
• Experience converting sketches, markups and calcs into full detailed design drawings. Creates plans, sections, elevations and details for designs with correct dimensions, notes and callouts. Experience with detailed construction drawing packages strongly preferred.
• Ability to understand and implement detail project specifications and communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
• Experience designing foundations, platforms, pipe racks, tanks, and other related structures used in industrial, water, or manufacturing facilities. #LI-JB1

Working Conditions

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.

Compensation

• Base Compensation: $88,000/yr - $92,000/yr

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

This posting will be active from: 05/01/2026 - 08/04/2026

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.