Mechanical Engineer - Water/wastewater
Black & Veatch
Mechanical Engineer specializing in water/wastewater treatment projects, involved in system design, engineering calculations, coordination with manufacturers, and development of engineering work products.
9d ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Overland Park, KS
Hybrid
Company Size
12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction services
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Power Delivery
Fuels
Power Generation
Water Solutions
Communications
Renewable Energy
Smart Grids
Digital Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
p&id development
mechanical design
equipment specs
material selection
engineering calculations
collaboration
- Developing detailed project drawings and technical specifications
- Coordinate with equipment manufacturers to select the most technically acceptable design solutions.
- Develop engineering work products including Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs), Mechanical arrangement drawings, and Equipment, Piping, and Valve specifications.
- Material selection and sizing of piping systems and equipment
- Follow company and industry design practices in development of designs.
- Perform Mechanical System design for water/wastewater projects.
- Review manufacturer's or contractor's submittals, data, reports, etc., for conformance with B&V criteria.
- Perform engineering calculations to develop equipment and system performance parameters for the purpose of sizing equipment.
- Work collaboratively with various design engineering execution teams across the US and abroad
What you bring
hydraulic principles
5 years experience
engineering licensure
water/wastewater systems
bachelor's degree
prolonged computer use
- Hydraulic principles related to water/wastewater facility design
- Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
- Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.
- Equipment and systems used in water and wastewater treatment facilities including:
- This position would require working in a typical office environment. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also be require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
- Pumping systems, blowers, aeration control valves, compressed air systems for pneumatic actuators, large bubble mixing, anaerobic digestion, heating water boilers, heat exchangers, and steel piping systems.
- 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.
- 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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Company
Overview
1915
Year Founded
A century-old firm with a rich history.
$4.735B Revenue
2023 Annual Revenue
Generated $4.735 billion in revenue in 2023, solidifying its position as a top design firm.
100% Employee-Owned
Ownership Structure
Unique among firms of its size, ensuring a long-term focus and shared success.
100+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates across six continents, showcasing vast global reach.
- Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors.
- The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities.
- It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations.
- Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.
- We create long-term value for our clients, communities and employees.
- We embrace diversity, respect individual differences and believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
- We act with integrity and deliver on our promises.
- We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
- We build and maintain strong relationships through trust and accountability.
2050
Net-Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by this year.
- Helps clients design and implement sustainable infrastructure that reduces environmental impacts.
- Focuses on renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, and energy storage.
- Supports environmental stewardship in communities through responsible project planning and execution.
- Enhances internal sustainability programs, such as reducing energy consumption and waste.
23% Workforce
Gender Diversity Overview
This figure highlights the proportion of women in the workforce, showcasing progress toward gender representation goals.
- Creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.
- Commitment to improving leadership diversity with specific goals.