Company Name: Kahuna USA, LLC (Kahuna)
Title of position: Designer III
Position type: Full Time
Pay range: $28–$34 Hourly
Location: Westminster, Colorado
About Kahuna USA
Kahuna is an energy-focused organization, driven by growth, project execution, and long-term relationships. We offer a fast-paced, collaborative, and rewarding work environment rooted in our core values: Integrity, Relationships, Innovation, Safety, and Empowerment. We are committed to creating a workplace that employees are proud to be part of — and one they can build a long and fulfilling career with.
About the Role
Proactively perform more advanced electrical design for midstream oil and gas projects with limited direction from experienced electrical designers and engineers. Project assignments will include designing electrical, instrument and control drawings. Will report to Manager, Electrical Designer
What You’ll Do
- Able to develop complex electrical, instrument and control drawings to fit unique project situations using Kahuna pre-developed tools with limited direction from experienced designers and engineers.
- Ability to assist with and review drawings of other less experienced designers and markup as necessary to represent a functional design with limited direction from experienced designers and engineers.
- Ability to do complex 3D modeling using Kahuna pre-developed tools with limited direction from experienced designers.
- Independently lead electrical design portion of mid-sized projects or multiple small projects while coordinating with designers and engineers.
- Broad understanding of electrical theory.
- Basic understanding of industrial components and equipment.
- Assist in development of group standards, practices, and proactively lead evolution of team designs and predeveloped tools/templates.
- Demonstrate full understanding of the workflow from beginning to end of a project.
- Coordinates with other design teams to ensure continuous flow of information concerning other engineering disciplines affecting the design execution of a project.
- Demonstrate strong ability to functionally communicate technical and administrative project/task details, including correspondence via emails and general documentation.
- Organize and prepare drawings for delivery maintaining security and confidentiality in a timely manner. Be able to joggle multiple small projects with conflicting deadlines, identify how to adjust priorities and stay proactive.
- Understand and be able to operate Navisworks Freedom/Manage/Simulate, allowing for basic integration between engineering and design, and attend model reviews as necessary for assigned projects.
- Demonstrate professional behavior around clients and vendors.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- Must be a self-starter with initiative, hard worker who can work with some guidance from experienced designers and as a member of a team.
- Demonstrates basic understanding of engineering specifications and is aware of applicable codes, materials, and their impact on design.
- Must be detailed oriented, precise, organized in handling of drawings and able to prioritize and multitask as individual.
- Typically has 3-6 years of progressive relevant design experience or equivalent; 2 years minimum required.
- High School diploma or equivalent and community college drafting/CAD courses preferred.
- Strong computer, 3D modeling skills and proficient in Microsoft office, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD®, Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu, and other Company software.
- Valid drivers license.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Kahuna offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) participation
- Optional supplemental insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off and company holidays
- Access to onsite fitness facilities
- Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and professional development
Learn more about our culture, history, and the exciting work we do at www.KahunaUSA.com
Next Steps
To apply, please provide a copy of your resume and cover letter and apply directly through our website at www.Kahunausa.com. Kahuna is a DOT-regulated company; therefore, this position will require that the candidate pass an initial drug screen and background check upon hire. Must be eligible to work in the United States as this job is ineligible for sponsorship.
Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Kahuna is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Kahuna USA LLC Westminster, Colorado, USA Office
Westminster, CO, United States
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