Senior Mechanical Engineer - Industrial Water

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Flexible work schedules

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems team as a Senior Project Discipline Engineer for Industrial Water projects. You will lead a design team, oversee mechanical design activities, and ensure quality across pumps, piping, and equipment systems throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires 11+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, leadership skills, and strong knowledge of water treatment facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited) is required.
• 11+ years of related experience is preferred.
• Experience leading mechanical design for industrial water/wastewater facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of mechanical engineers on system design for complex industrial water/wastewater projects.
• Develop and review P&IDs, equipment layouts, piping isometrics, data sheets and technical specs.
• Provide technical guidance on engineering calculations for optimal equipment sizing and performance.
• Ensure designs comply with standards, codes, and client requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across projects.

Skills

Team leadership

P&IDs

Piping design

Hydraulic design

Project management

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Date: Sep 3, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US Columbus, OH, US Cary, NC, US Rancho Cordova, CA, US Dallas, TX, US Tampa, FL, US Greenwood Village, CO, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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 : 116961

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch? 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 and function as a Senior Project Discipline Engineer (PDE) specific to Industrial Water projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead a design team comprised of Mechanical Systems engineers on water and wastewater treatment facilities for a variety of Industrial Water clients.
• Work collaboratively with various design engineering execution teams across the US and abroad.
• Lead, plan, coordinate, and oversee mechanical engineering activities for Industrial Water including water and wastewater treatment, reuse, desalination, and utility infrastructure projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Integrate with a well‑established Mechanical Systems team comprised of subject matter experts with extensive experience across a wide range of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Play a key role in the continued growth and expansion of Black & Veatch's Industrial Water business.
• Work for an employee‑owned firm.

Candidates are expected to possess demonstrated experience in the planning, design, specification, procurement, and construction support of mechanical systems for industrial water and wastewater facilities. Such systems include, but are not limited to, pumps and pumping systems, compressors, blowers and aeration systems; piping and valve design, packaged treatment equipment, water storage tanks, standby power generation, and other mechanical systems supporting water and wastewater treatment processes. Candidates shall have experience working with different Industrial Water clients and be able to adapt to different project delivery methods, while providing technical leadership, quality oversight, and guidance to project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Lead a team of mechanical engineers on system design for complex industrial water/wastewater projects. Responsible for the team’s execution relative to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Direct and oversee the development of engineering deliverables including process and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), mechanical equipment layouts, piping isometrics, equipment data sheets, and technical specifications.
• Provide technical guidance on engineering calculations to develop equipment and system performance parameters for the purpose of sizing equipment.
• Ensure designs comply with company standards, client requirements, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
• Review vendor and contractor submittals, calculations, shop drawings, and technical documentation for compliance with project requirements.
• Lead and mentor junior and mid‑level mechanical engineers by assigning tasks, teaching skills, providing technical coaching, and reviewing progress.
• Act as the Responsible Engineer for various mechanical systems or equipment, including higher‑risk or technically complex assignments.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines and project stakeholders, including clients, project management, procurement, vendors, and construction representatives.
• Understand the Industrial Water industry and be able to adapt to different delivery methods, while helping identify risks, resolve technical issues, and support successful project execution.
• Manage and prioritize multiple assignments in a dynamic, fast‑paced project environment.
• Ensure compliance with company quality management procedures and project‑specific QA/QC requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 15 to 25+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience supporting equipment procurement activities, including vendor solicitation, bid evaluation, technical review, and equipment selection.
• Strong experience designing, leading, and reviewing industrial water, wastewater, desalination, or treatment facility projects.
• Preferred design experience specific to industrial water treatment for data centers.
• Experience with the Front-End Loading (FEL) design process.
• Experience leading a team in the development of detailed project drawings, technical specifications, piping isometrics, and equipment data sheets.
• 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.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, providing discipline leadership, and mentoring junior and mid‑level engineers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong independent and critical thinking skills.
• Autonomous and dependable with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.

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 11 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 would require working in a typical office environment. The position may also require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/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%).

Salary Plan

REG: Registered Engineering

Compensation Transparency

In accordance with local requirements, the annual compensation ranges for this role are listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

State of California: $156,299 - $261,008

State of Colorado: $156,299 - $261,008

State of Ohio: $142,090 - $237,280

Job Grade

017

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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.

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Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City

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