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About the job

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 : 117728

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 with a focus on solids-handling systems at wastewater and water treatment plants. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Design solids-handling equipment and systems for municipal and industrial clients.

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

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

Continue to develop technical knowledge and skills for solids-handling systems while designing projects and collaborating with other BV technical specialists.

Work for an employee-owned firm.

Candidates are should have demonstrated experience designing solids-handling systems for water and wastewater treatment plants. We are looking for a motivated individual with a desire to expand their technical knowledge through project work and collaboration with BV technical specialists.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Perform mechanical system design for solids-handling systems at water and wastewater treatment facilities. Solids-handling equipment and systems include incineration, thickening and dewatering, conveyors, sludge dryers, cake pumping and solids-conveyance systems.

Perform engineering calculations to establish system performance criteria and size equipment.

Lead a team of mechanical engineers on simple to moderately complex projects. Responsible for the team’s project execution relative to scope, budget, and schedule.

Evaluate and select technically appropriate equipment and design solutions.

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

Oversee the development of engineering work products including piping and instrumentation diagram (P&IDs) drawings, mechanical arrangement drawings, and equipment, piping, and valve specifications.

Coordinate with other design disciplines and project stakeholders.

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

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

Ensure compliance with company quality management procedures and project-specific QA/QC requirements.

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

Minimum of 8 years of experience in similar work profile.

Experience designing solids-handling facilities at water and wastewater treatment plants.

Experience in developing detailed project drawings and technical specifications.

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.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Independent and critical thinking skills.

Professional written and verbal communication skills in English.

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

This position requires working in a typical office environment. The position may also require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Travel associated with project meetings, site visits, client engagements, and construction support activities is expected (typically up to 15%).

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

REG: Registered Engineering

Job Grade

016

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

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