Staff Mechanical Engineer, Water Solids Handling

Black & Veatch Corporation; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation in Overland Park, KS invites a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems team focused on solids-handling systems at water and wastewater plants. You design solids-handling equipment, collaborate with design teams across the US and abroad, and contribute to a robust ESOP-owned culture.

This role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited), 8+ years of relevant experience, and strong skills in project drawings, equipment sizing, and hydraulic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in similar work.
• Experience designing solids-handling facilities at water and wastewater plants.
• Experience developing detailed project drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with sizing piping systems and equipment.
• Understanding of hydraulic design principles and pumping systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Independent and critical thinking skills.
• Professional written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical system design for solids-handling systems at water and wastewater facilities.
• Lead a team of mechanical engineers on simple to moderately complex projects, managing scope, budget, and schedule.
• Evaluate and select technically appropriate equipment and design solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with company standards, codes, and industry best practices.
• Oversee development of engineering deliverables including P&IDs, layout drawings, and specs.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines and stakeholders.
• Review vendor submittals and shop drawings for compliance.
• Act as Responsible Engineer for various mechanical systems or equipment.
• Ensure QA/QC per project requirements.

Skills

Solids-handling design

Hydraulic design principles

Project leadership

Engineering calculations

Team coordination

English communication

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Eng. degree

Tools

P&IDs drawings

Job description

Black & Veatch Corporation in Overland Park, KS invites a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems team focused on solids-handling systems at water and wastewater plants. You design solids-handling equipment, collaborate with design teams across the US and abroad, and contribute to a robust ESOP-owned culture.

This role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited), 8+ years of relevant experience, and strong skills in project drawings, equipment sizing, and hydraulic