Requisition ID: 174853 

Job Level: Entry Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Equipment Services 

Department: Equipment 

Market: Transportation 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

The role of Equipment Technology Engineer supports implementation of new and future technology within Kiewit’s Equipment Program, with a specific focus on energy management.  This role will work closely with many other Kiewit departments on initiatives related to Equipment Operations, including alternative energy, grade control, robotics and remote controls.

This position will report to Kiewit Equipment Services - Director of Equipment Technology.

District Overview

Kiewit Equipment Services (KES) helps to ensure the profitability of Kiewit projects through the improved equipment utilization and mechanical reliability by delivering world-class equipment and service. 

Location

This position will be based in Fort Worth, TX. One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

•    Provide data analytics for in-place or planned construction power generation systems.
•    Subject Matter Expert (SME) for battery energy storage systems (BESS).
•    Assist projects in designing optimized temporary power generation solutions.
•    Lead and/or coordinate internally and with equipment suppliers to plan for and receive the support needed to guarantee successful commissioning and equipment uptime.
•    Coordinate, prepare and deliver alternative power generation/management technology presentations with project staff and other departments.
•    Participate in innovation workshops to vet problems and brainstorm solutions.
•    Create processes to complete tasks where no process previously existed.
•    Develop strong relationships with stakeholders.
•    Establish best practices, providing internal and external examples, and getting hands-on with them in developing their solutions.
•    Develop relationships with similarly focused Kiewit teams.
•    Openly discuss concerns and propose solutions to address them.
•    Ability to lead, influence, and motivate team members to achieve results.
•    Continuously improve KES processes by researching trends, tools, and techniques.
•    Assist in Innovation projects through market research, ideation, solutioning and user-centric validation.

Qualifications

•    BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Diesel/Automotive Technology, Heavy Equipment Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Certified Energy Manager or extensive experience in Power Generation system design.
•    1+ year of experience with equipment is preferred, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
•    Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
•    Strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
•    Extensive knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems.
•    Strong attention to detail and ability to focus on multiple projects at once while prioritizing tasks.
•    Proficiency with measurement and verification, energy efficiency, and renewable energy systems.
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD/Revit, and energy analysis programming languages.
•    Excellence in communication (written and oral) in English.
•    History of working on new teams and ability to define their inputs and outputs to meet customer needs
•    Ability to work with a wide range of personalities and team members
•    Ability to Travel up to 25% of the time
•    Ability to freely access all points of a construction site or equipment yard in wide-ranging climates and environment

•    Competencies:

•    We will be looking for the following competencies in candidates for the Equipment Technology Engineer position:
•    Natural curiosity / entrepreneurial spirit
•    Ability to work in ambiguous situations
•    Problem solving
•    Detail-oriented
•    Driven
•    Disciplined executor

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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.

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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