Associate Process Engineering - Industrial Water

Black & Veatch Family of Companies • Olathe, KS

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Associate Process Engineering professional applies knowledge gained through experience and continues developing as a technical specialist. The role builds deeper expertise while working on larger and more complex assignments, with opportunities to expand knowledge into other disciplines or functional areas.

The position is part of Black & Veatch’s Process Engineering team, which develops technical solutions and design deliverables for critical infrastructure projects across areas including water, industrial, next-generation agriculture, LNG, hydrogen, fertilizer, and carbon capture. The team’s work addresses challenges such as water scarcity, resource constraints, alternative fuels, and energy sustainability.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least one year of related work experience. Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days, at the manager’s discretion and based on job performance and work assignments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program in the applicant’s home country or the country where the professional is practicing.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Complete applicable pre-employment onboarding requirements if selected, which may include criminal or civil background checks, a drug screen, and a motor vehicle records search.

Responsibilities

• Stay current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes, and company policies and procedures, applying them to assigned tasks.
• Continue developing technical knowledge and apply it independently; comply with the quality program and support continuous improvement and change management.
• Prepare increasingly complex engineering deliverables, research and recommend equipment or materials, and collect, assimilate, and manage engineering data.
• Prepare increasingly complex engineering calculations using standard methods and principles, while adhering to budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Recognize, define, and resolve problems within the assigned area, and provide direction and guidance to others as appropriate.
• Assign tasks to entry-level professionals and interns to support their development.
• Coordinate with project leadership and internal and external team members on less complex projects, and interact with other disciplines on design details.
• Understand external clients’ interests and drivers through regular interaction and communication, and address the needs of internal clients and project leadership.
• Provide support for business development or pursuit activities as needed.
• Share current knowledge of technology and processes.
• As skills develop, assist with performance management, recognition, and corrective actions, and actively mentor entry-level professionals and interns.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability benefits
• Wellness program
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Sick time and dependent sick time
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• Adoption reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vendor discounts
• Employment referral program
• AD&D insurance
• Pre-tax accounts
• Voluntary legal plan
• B&V Credit Union
• Potential eligibility for a performance-based bonus program
• Employee stock ownership and participation in financial rewards through stock ownership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level