Fire Protection Designer- Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering Job at Kiewit Corporation
Requisition ID: 167979
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering
Department: Drafting & Design
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-faceted 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
This position is based out of our Lenexa, KS office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide fire protection design and support for infrastructure facilities.
- Generate calculations to size water supply, fire pumps, and underground pipe sizing.
- Review vendor fire suppression and fire alarm system plans and calculations.
- Develop drawings and specifications for fire protection contractors to furnish and install fire protection systems for various design-build projects.
- Collaborate with various team members from various disciplines to ensure complete coordination throughout each project.
- Travel is required (approximately 10% of the time) to meet with clients and/or job site personnel as needed.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to ensure concepts and requirements are fully conveyed to the various team members and clients.
- Responsible and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
- Competent knowledge of applicable NFPA standards such as NFPA 13, 14, 15, 20, and 24. Familiarity with building and fire codes is a plus.
- Working knowledge of fire suppression and fire detection systems and how they interface with various disciplines
- Setting up 3D models and other workspaces within Revit and AutoCAD, as well as sheets while also performing all design work within those environments at the direction the responsible engineer assigned to the project.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, however experience may be considered a substitute based on evaluation.
- 1-3 years minimum relevant experience in the fire protection industry with design background.
- Familiarity with the application of NFPA standards as it relates to various fire alarm and suppression systems..
- Adjusts to varying demands of work and performs well.
- Communicates effectively orally and in writing. Present ideas clearly and in a professional manner.
- Self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment.
- Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD in addition to other standard Microsoft programs such as Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Strong work ethic, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
- Passion for safety and demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
- Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
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.
Base Compensation: $57,738 - $86,607
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
(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 are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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