Buildings Mechanical Engineer - Federal
Date: Sep 16, 2025
Location:
Overland Park, KS, US Arlington, VA, US Dallas, TX, US Atlanta, GA, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
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Company : B&V Special Projects Corp.
Req Id : 110643
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black and Veatch
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.
The Opportunity
This role will give you the opportunity to:
Ensure?project compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Create and maintain project schedules for mid-size to large projects.
Manage project team's scope, schedule, budget and quality on assigned projects?
Assist?in the production of HVAC and plumbing system deliverables (Specifications, drawings, calculations, and basis of design documents) for new buildings as well as for renovation and additions to existing facilities
Actively coordinate?with other disciplines, clients, and contractor on projects
Actively mentor?/ share?knowledge with other staff members?
Oversee?the creation and analysis of project energy modeling and life cycle cost analysis utilizing Trace 3D and BLCC.
Oversee?creation of 2D drawings (such as P&IDS, control diagrams, and notes) in REVIT
Perform construction period services (review of submits, responses to RFI's etc)
Present in front of large groups that include clients, peers, contractors, and end user groups.
The Team
The Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. has its mission to provide a full range of services to our primary client base - U.S. Government agencies and departments. With the unique skill sets we have developed during the 100-plus years of service to our U.S. Government agencies client base, we are able to provide one-of-a-kind solutions to complex mission objectives that arise out of specific challenges faced by and unique to these agencies. Our primary areas of focus are: Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Services, Defense Program, Design/Build, Classified, and Environmental.?expense reports
Preferred Qualifications
Assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering from an accredited program.
Knowledge of building mechanical codes and ability to perform accurate load calculations
Strong HVAC / Plumbing design capability in industrial, commercial, central plants, boilers, chillers and other related markets
Knowledgeable in sustainable design
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred design experience related to any of the following subject matters:
Federal industry experience
European, General MILCON, or Civil Works project experience
Building Controls Systems Design /Building Automation
CFD modeling
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 5 years related work experience.
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,Âand supports where necessary.
Work Environment and Schedule
This position would require working in a typical office environment. 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 be require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
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Competencies
Salary Plan
REG: Registered Engineering
Job Grade
016
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