Staff Mechanical Engineer - Water - Solids Handling Systems

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Blue Ash, OH

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

Black & Veatch is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join its Mechanical Systems team, focusing on solids-handling systems for water and wastewater treatment plants serving municipal and industrial clients. The role involves designing equipment and systems, collaborating with engineering teams in the U.S. and abroad, and developing technical expertise through project work with company specialists. The position may lead mechanical engineering teams on simple to moderately complex projects and be responsible for execution against scope, budget, and schedule. The engineer will perform system design and calculations, establish performance criteria, size and select equipment, and produce or oversee technical work products such as P&IDs, mechanical arrangement drawings, and equipment, piping, and valve specifications. The role also involves coordinating across disciplines, reviewing vendor and contractor submittals, serving as Responsible Engineer for mechanical systems or equipment, and meeting company and project quality requirements. The work is typically performed in an office, with physical tasks possible during site visits. Project-related travel for meetings, site visits, client engagements, and construction support is expected, typically up to 15%. Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days, at the manager’s discretion and based on performance and assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program in the applicant’s home country or country of practice, or equivalent experience in engineering work.
At least 5 years of related work experience.
Active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer-of-record requirements for company projects in applicable countries.
Ability to complete applicable pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include background checks, drug screening, and a motor vehicle records search.
Ability to perform physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing and walking for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
At least 8 years of experience in a similar work profile.
Experience designing solids-handling facilities at water and wastewater treatment plants.
Experience 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.

Responsibilities

Design mechanical systems and solids-handling equipment for water and wastewater treatment facilities, including 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 mechanical engineering teams on simple to moderately complex projects and manage 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 engineering work products, including P&IDs, 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 mechanical systems or equipment.
Ensure compliance with company quality management procedures and project-specific QA/QC requirements.
Travel for project meetings, site visits, client engagements, and construction support activities, typically up to 15%.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Disability insurance.
Wellness program.
Flexible work schedules.
Paid vacation, holidays, 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 the financial rewards of company success.