Roadway Lighting, Electrical Engineers

Job description

**Requisition ID:** 177144

**Job Level:** Mid Level

**Home District/Group:** Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

**Department:** Design Engineering

**Market:** Transportation

**Employment Type:** Full Time

**Position Overview**

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented **mid-level Roadway Lighting & Electrical Engineer** to join our Traffic Design team.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in electrical engineering with hands-on experience in roadway illumination and sign illumination.

Experience in traffic signal systems and ITS design is a big plus.

This role will play a key part in delivering innovative and reliable electrical solutions for transportation and civil infrastructure projects.

**District Overview**

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design Build/Alternative Delivery team are driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects to manage their multi-disciplined design teams to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk.

Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety.

They analyze problems, determine root causes, and resolve design issues before they impact schedule and budget.

Particularly on large design-build projects, clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk.

We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company.

Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best design practices for all projects that we support.

Our participation leads to safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further 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.

We provide training, develop your skills, and 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 role will be based out of our Lone Tree, Colorado location.

We offer relocation assistance for candidates outside of the area.

**Responsibilities**

+ Design and develop electrical systems including highway/street lighting, power distribution, and traffic signal systems for transportation infrastructure projects.
+ Prepare electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and construction documents using MicroStation and AutoCAD.
+ Perform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, conduit fill calculations, and cost estimates.
+ Conduct lighting contour analysis and ensure compliance with AASHTO and NEC standards.
+ Review contractor submittals and manufacturer specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements.
+ Coordinate with utility providers and internal teams during all phases of design and construction.
+ Contribute to multidisciplinary project teams and support project delivery from concept through construction.
+ Lead a team of engineers/designers, as a project discipline lead, to perform the above lighting-electrical tasks.

**Qualifications**

+ Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
+ U.S. Professional Engineer license required (PE)
+ Minimum 7 yrs experience in electrical design, preferably in transportation or civil infrastructure.
+ Proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD, AGI32, and other relevant design software.
+ Strong understanding of NEC, AASHTO lighting standards, and traffic signal design principles.
+ Experience with fiber optic communication systems and traffic management technologies is a plus.
+ Excellent communication and coordination skills.

**Preferred Skills** :

+ Experience working with state DOTs or public infrastructure agencies.
+ Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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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.

Base Compensation: $105,000/yr - $119,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 08/01/2025 - 01/01/2026

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.

Company: Kiewit

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