Mechanical Engineer - Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Kiewit; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering seeks an Early Career Mechanical Engineer in Lone Tree, CO. You will grow by establishing and applying company standards, while contributing to projects in biogas, water treatment, and bulk solids handling. The role emphasizes design documentation, calculations, and on-site support.

Ideal candidates have a Mechanical Engineering degree with EIT, strong communication, and a growth mindset. Travel up to 25% may be required as projects demand.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical Engineering required.
• EIT certification preferred.
• GPA above 3.0 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing mechanical systems for industrial facilities including biogas, water treatment, and bulk solids handling.
• Prepare design calculations and equipment specs for pumps, boilers, heat exchangers, and piping.
• Review RFPs and contract documents and incorporate requirements into design.
• Generate and check PFDs, P&IDs, datasheets, and vendor drawings per codes and standards.
• Support construction team on-site, respond to RFIs, and provide design solutions.
• Coordinate with internal/external partners, review progress, and ensure project goals are met.
• Assist in developing project schedules, staffing, and task assignments.
• Perform early design work such as process flow diagrams and equipment sizing.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks to support department development.

Skills

Mechanical intuition

EIT certification

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification

GPA > 3.0

Tools

AFT Fathom/Arrow

Job description

Requisition ID: 181744

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering is seeking an Early Career Mechanical Engineer for the Lone Tree, CO office. We are looking for ideal candidates to grow the Kiewit team by helping establish, maintain, and improve company standards and tools while also utilizing these standards and tools to contribute to project success. You will get experience in mechanical or process engineering, including specific experience with one or more of the following: biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, storm water recycling, process piping, industrial boilers and chillers, or other industrial facilities and equipment. Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve industrial, transportation, power, water, mining, marine, building and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by over 140 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Our rapidly growing Industrial and Water Engineering Group, which includes mechanical, process, electrical, controls, structural and architectural disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery. The Industrial Group projects span markets such as advanced technologies; mining, minerals and metals; process industries; industrial energy; drinking water; wastewater treatment and biosolids; desalination; and industrial water.

Location

This position is located in our Lone Tree, CO office and may require up to 25% travel on average based on project demands.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of various mechanical systems typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, process piping, conveying systems, dust collection, general plant/facility water, compressed air, steam, and gas systems. Mechanical system design includes preparing calculations for both pressurized and gravity driven systems to size lines, material selection, and correct Code requirement application.
• Prepare design calculations and equipment specifications typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, bulk solids conveyors, dust collection equipment, bins/tanks, pumps, heat exchangers, boilers, and other process equipment.
• Review project contracts, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual documents and incorporate into the design as required to ensure the project meets or exceeds project goals.
• Perform detailed technical bid analyses for equipment typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities.
• Generate and check design deliverables such as PFD’s, P&ID’s, datasheets, and vendor shop drawings in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFI’s, providing creative design solutions, etc.
• Coordinate with other design partners (both internal and external) including construction partners, equipment suppliers, and other engineers and designers assigned to the project or task and review work progress and results.
• Assist in developing schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Perform early project design work such as conceptual studies, process flow diagram development, preliminary equipment sizing and selection, and general facility layout/arrangement.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks to support project or department development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year university.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• GPA above 3.0 preferred.
• Proficient in basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience with AFT Fathom or AFT Arrow hydraulic simulation software (or equivalent) is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: $80,000 - $93,080

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 09/01/2026 - 10/31/2026

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.