Company Name: Kahuna USA, LLC (Kahuna)
Title of position: Designer II, Process & Mechanical
Position type: Full Time
Pay range: $24–$27 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
Working under general guidance from supervisors, engineers, or project leads, you will take on increasing responsibility for design tasks and begin managing smaller assignments with greater independence. You will further develop your proficiency in AutoCAD® and expand your capabilities in 3D modeling using Kahuna-specific tools.
This role also provides opportunities to support team development by assisting in the training and mentorship of less experienced drafters and designers, while continuing to grow within a collaborative, project-driven engineering environment. Designer II demonstrates competence in producing piping plans, sections, and elevations for engineering projects.
What You’ll Do
- P&ID and piping annotation skills; able to pick up red lines following Kahuna standards, spot errors, back-check other’s work, and develop P&IDs from walkdowns with general instructions from supervisor, engineer, or lead.
- Introduction to basic 3D modeling using Kahuna pre-developed tools with some direction from experienced designers.
- Basic pipe routing modeling skills: ability to perform P&ID walkdowns and pick up changes, basic pipe routing between two locations, and introduction to piping rules of thumb and supporting piping.
- Assist in leading piping on small projects while coordinating with supervisors, designers, and engineers.
- Coordinate with other design teams to ensure continuous flow of information concerning other engineering disciplines affecting the design execution of a project.
- Organize and prepare drawings for delivery in a timely manner; able to forecast how long tasks will take to complete and report delays before they happen.
- Demonstrate ability to functionally communicate technical and administrative project/task details, including correspondence via emails and general documentation. Proactive in communicating project status and workload.
- Ability to assist with and review drawings of other less experienced designers and markup as necessary to represent a functional design under direction from supervisor, experienced designers, and engineers. Assist in training tasks of less experienced drafters/designers.
- Demonstrates professional behavior, back-checking work, learning from mistakes, constantly working toward improving efficiency, AutoCAD skills, process knowledge, and industry knowledge.
- Must be detailed oriented, precise, organized in handling of drawings, and able to prioritize and multitask as an individual.
- Other duties and special projects as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- 2–4 years of progressive relevant design experience or equivalent; 2 years minimum required.
- Proficient AutoCAD® skills: knows how to use LISP routines, tools, plotting settings, and CUI; understands AutoCAD® setup, layer properties, xrefs, and is learning project setup.
- Introduction to Basic 3D modeling using Kahuna pre-developed tools with some direction.
- Introduction to Navisworks Freedom; can use Selection Tree, isolate lines, find instruments and equipment.
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD®, CADWorx P&ID®, and Bluebeam Revu®.
- Must be detailed oriented, precise, organized in handling of drawings, and able to prioritize and multitask as an individual.
- Receives general to minimal instruction/support from supervisor or higher-level designer/engineer; works directly with engineer.
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.
Skills Required
- 2 years minimum of progressive relevant design experience or equivalent; 2–4 years preferred
- Proficient AutoCAD skills, including LISP routines, tools, plotting settings, CUI, layer properties, xrefs, and project setup
- Introduction to basic 3D modeling using pre-developed tools
- Introduction to Navisworks Freedom, including Selection Tree, line isolation, and locating instruments and equipment
- Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, CADWorx P&ID, and Bluebeam Revu
- Ability to produce and review piping plans, sections, elevations, and P&IDs
- Detailed, precise, organized, and able to prioritize and multitask
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Ability to pass an initial drug screen and background check upon hire
What We Do
KAHUNA USA is a full-service engineering and design firm providing energy project execution services to the energy and industrial sectors. Its work spans operations-focused engineering, design, project and construction management, procurement, regulatory compliance, and safety, with expertise in natural-gas processing, renewable natural gas, and carbon capture. The company partners with clients to deliver projects reliably and cost-effectively, from early planning through construction, commissioning, and operations.
