Senior Mechanical Engineer - Advanced Power Generation
Date: Aug 7, 2025
Location:
Chicago, IL, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 110205
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
The Opportunity
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Design mechanical systems supporting Conventional and Renewable Power Generation
Work collaboratively with various design engineering execution teams across the US and abroad
Perform all aspects of mechanical system design engineering and analysis for assigned systems of responsibility
Function in a senior-level engineer capacity which includes:
Actively seekto understand client interests and drivers through normal client contact and through interaction and communication with project leadership
Assigntasks to and coordinatewith other internal/external team members on complex projects
Performcomplex research and developrecommendations for equipment and/or materials selection?
Understand, manage,and adhereto project budget, schedule, and quality requirements
The Team
The Mechanical Engineering Department is a global team that delivershigh quality, on time design and services projects in the areas of Power, Gas, Fuels & Chemicals, Water and Waste Water, Data Centers, and Mining including everything Mechanically related to Process and Power (from Conventional, Combined Heat and Power, Hydro, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Solar/Renewable, LNG, Ammonia, Fertilizer) projects to specialized Air Quality Control, HVAC, Fire Protection, Piping, Thermal and Renewable performance estimating and testing.
Black & Veatch's Power Providers focuses on the holistic demands for energy generation markets that include utilities, independent power producers and new non-traditional entrants adding to the much-needed supply of secure, clean power to our industries and communities. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to put sustainable energy solutions into practice.
Preferred Qualifications
Desired experience for this position includes expertise in the following areas:
Simple and CombinedCycle plant design
Condensate and Feedwater systems
P&ID development
Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Natural, and/or CO2 gas supply system
Cooling water, including closed cycle systems
High Pressure / Intermediate Pressure / Low / Auxiliary Steam system
Instrument and/or Service Air Systems
Demineralized (DM) water supply and make up systems
Service and Potablewater supply system
Performing calculations such aspipe sizing calculations, pipe thickness calculations, pump sizing calculation, control valve sizing calculations, heat exchanger sizing, atm. tank sizing etc.
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 Engineer (P.E.) license
Work Environment and Schedule
H ybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time. Additionally this opportunity has the possibility of being located in any of our offices located across the U.S; click the link to see a full list of .
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Salary Plan
ENG: Engineering
Job Grade
131
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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
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, 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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In accordance with local law, the following Annualcompensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $120,582.00- $200,915.00
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