Mechanical Piping Designer - Assistant Engineering Technician - Water
Date: Jun 16, 2026
Location:
Ann Arbor, MI, US Denver, CO, US Cary, NC, US Houston, TX, US Phoenix, AZ, US Houston, TX, US Overland Park, KS, US Dallas, TX, US Tualatin, OR, US Bloomington, MN, US Orlando, FL, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
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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 : 115426
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
The Opportunity
This opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Governments & Communities (G&C) Market Sector, supporting Water and Industrial Water projects and delivering critical infrastructure for municipal and industrial clients. Mechanical (piping) professionals contribute to project execution by developing and modifying piping layouts and models for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and conveyance systems. This includes coordinating system routing and interfaces with process equipment, structures, and underground utilities to ensure constructable and efficient designs.
The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Assistant Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering deliverables for complex infrastructure projects. Under close supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring basic knowledge of engineering principles and practices, with a focus on developing and updating 3D piping layouts and model-based drawings using Autodesk Revit.
Chosen candidates will be located in/or relocate to Kansas City (KS), Dallas (TX), Houston (TX), Orlando (FL), Ann Arbor (MI), Bloomington (MN), Raleigh (NC), Denver (CO), or Tualatin (OR)
The Team
Black & Veatch Operations develops, deploys, and maintains global resources and capabilities that guide execution and process excellence across the organization. The foundation of Black & Veatch 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.
Key Responsibilities
Provides technical support to engineering teams under close supervision
Performs tasks requiring a basic understanding of engineering principles and practices
Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to assist with the creation, modification, and maintenance of technical documents and drawings and project deliverables
Participates in the evaluation of methods used in the development of deliverables and design activities to support continuous improvement and efficiency
Continuously learns and applies established standards, systems, document control practices, departmental guidelines, and BV policies and procedures.
Ensures deliverables are accurate and compliant by developing knowledge of the BV Quality Program.
Demonstrates strong personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management initiatives.
Expands technical knowledge to modify and develop less complex deliverables using various design inputs.
May assist with minor technical tasks, such as material quantity estimates and dimensional checks.
May assist with coordination of deliverables with other project disciplines to reduce errors and interferences.
Prioritizes internal client needs while developing a basic understanding of external client drivers and expectations.
Proactively seeks out and shares knowledge of emerging technologies and processes
Preferred Qualifications
Diploma or Certificate required.
Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically a minimum of 1 year 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.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Salary Plan
ENT: Engineering Technician
Job Grade
013
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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
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.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of that success through stock ownership.
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In accordance with local law, the following Hourlycompensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $30.14- $36.64
Nearest Major Market: Ann Arbor
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit
Job Segment: Drafting, Construction, Mechanical Engineer, Wastewater, CAD, Engineering
