Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Plumbing - Overland Park, KS Hybrid

 

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 : 101075 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

Why Black and Veatch

Recognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work and winner of the Newsweek’s 2023 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.   

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.  

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The Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to participate in engineering and design of the HVAC and plumbing systems in various types of facilities.   

 The HVAC Team is engaged in the following: 

• Design and Construction Activities  
• Project Delivery Methods - Traditional Design-Bid-Build and Alternative Conceptual-Bid-Build. 
• Facility Types – Power Generation buildings, Substations, Oil & Gas structures and Energy Storage buildings.  
• Systems – HVAC and Plumbing. 
• Type of Areas – Power Generation Hall, Administrative, Warehouse, Maintenance, Workshop, Laboratory, Chemical Storage & Handling, Electrical Distribution Center, Low & Medium Voltage Switchgear, Pump Areas, Engine Generator, Blowers/Air Compressors, and Flammable & Combustible Liquids Storage.  

Studies  

• Energy Audit/Efficiency - Engineering studies, system performance reviews, and energy compliance calculations 
• Code Review/Application - Facility review for code compliance 
• Sustainable Design/LEED - Application of sustainable strategies 

The Team

The Mechanical Buildings Design Group provides HVAC and plumbing solutions for Black & Veatch’s 3 market sectors- Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In in this role, you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference through infrastructure growth and development while learning and focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.   

Preferred Qualifications

Basic knowledge of the following areas:

• NFPA standards 
• Computer generated HVAC Heatloads, energy modeling and HVAC equipment sizing 
• Technical Submittal reviewing process Bid reviewing process 
• Microsoft Office Suite 
• Bluebeam Revu 
• Person needs to be a LEED AP certified professional experienced in obtaining LEED’s certification for industrial buildings. 
• Extensive experience with large-scale water-cooled chillers is preferred.    
• International Codes Council (ICC) Suite of Codes 
• ASHRAE Handbooks / Standards 
• ASPE design handbooks 
• SMACNA Standards 

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. Minimum of 8 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.

Certifications

Professional Engineering (PE) License

Work Environment/Physical Demands

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