Staff Mechanical Engineer -

Industrial Water Date:

Sep 3, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US Rancho Cordova, CA, US Tampa, FL, US Dallas, TX, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Columbus, OH, US Cary, NC, US Company:

Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company :

Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id :

116866

Opportunity Type :

Staff Relocation eligible : No Full time/Part time :

Full-Time Project Only Hire :

No Visa Sponsorship Available:

No Why Black & Veatch? At Black & Veatch, you'll be part of work that matters-designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution. We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other-speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives. You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines. Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together. With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you'll build a career you can be proud to stand behind. The Opportunity Black & Veatch is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems team and function as a Project Discipline Engineer ( PDE ) specific to Industrial Water projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

+ Lead a design team comprised of Mechanical Systems engineers on water and wastewater treatment facilities for a variety of Industrial Water clients.

+ Work collaboratively with various design engineering execution teams across the US and abroad.

+ Plan, coordinate, and execute mechanical engineering activities for Industrial Water including water and wastewater treatment, reuse, desalination, and utility infrastructure projects throughout the project lifecycle.

+ Integrate with a well-established Mechanical Systems team comprised of subject matter experts with extensive experience across a wide range of mechanical equipment and systems.

+ Play a key role in the continued growth and expansion of Black & Veatch's Industrial Water business.

+ Work for an employee-owned firm. Candidates are expected to possess demonstrated experience in the planning, design, specification, procurement, and construction support of mechanical systems for industrial water and wastewater facilities. Such systems include, but are not limited to, pumps and pumping systems, compressors blowers and aeration systems; piping and valve design, packaged treatment equipment, water storage tanks, standby power generation, and other mechanical systems supporting water and wastewater treatment processes. Candidates shall have experience working with different Industrial Water clients and be able to adapt to different delivery project methods. Key Responsibilities

+ Lead a team of mechanical engineers on system design for moderately complex industrial water/wastewater projects. Responsible for the team's execution relative to scope, schedule, and budget.

+ Oversee the development of engineering deliverables including process and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), mechanical equipment layouts, piping isometrics, equipment data sheets, and technical specifications.

+ Provide technical guidance on engineering calculations to develop equipment and system performance parameters for the purpose of sizing equipment.

+ Ensure designs comply with company standards, client requirements, applicable codes, and industry best practices.

+ Review vendor and contractor submittals, calculations, shop drawings, and technical documentation for compliance with project requirements.

+ Lead and mentor junior mechanical engineers by assigning tasks, teaching skills and reviewing progress.

+ Act as the Responsible Engineer for various mechanical systems or equipment.

+ Coordinate with other design disciplines and project stakeholders.

+ Understand the Industrial Water industry and be able to adapt to different delivery methods.

+ Manage and prioritize multiple assignments in a dynamic, fast-paced project environment.

+ Ensure compliance with company quality management procedures and project-specific QA/QC requirements. Management Responsibilities Individual Contributor Preferred Qualifications + 10 years of experience in similar work profile.

+ Experience supporting equipment procurement activities, including vendor solicitation, bid evaluation, technical review, and equipment selection.

+ Experience designing and leading industrial water, wastewater, desalination, or treatment facility projects.

+ Preferred design experience specific to industrial water treatment for data centers.

+ Experience with the Front-End Loading ( FEL ) design process.

+ Experience in developing detailed project drawings, technical specifications, piping isometrics and equipment data sheets.

+ Experience with material selection and sizing of piping systems and equipment.

+ Understanding of hydraulic design principles, including pumping systems, pipe system hydraulics, and pressure loss calculations.

+ Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and mentoring junior engineers.

+ Solid organizational and time management skills.

+ Independent and critical thinking skills.

+ Autonomous and dependable with leadership skills.

+ Professional written and verbal communication skills. Minimum Qualifications

+ Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing or equivalent experience in Engineering work

+ Minimum of 5 years related work experience

+ All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

+ Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record ( EOR ) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary. Certifications Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record ( EOR ) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary. Work Environment/Physical Demands Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

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