Mechanical Piping Designer - Staff Engineering Technician - Advanced Power Generation
Date: Jun 17, 2026
Location:
Ann Arbor, MI, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Cary, NC, US Houston, TX, US Houston, TX, US Tualatin, OR, US Orlando, FL, US Bloomington, MN, US Dallas, TX, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
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 : 115438
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & 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 one.
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 opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary projectteams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Advanced Power Generation (APG)projects and building critical infrastructure for todays and tomorrow's challenges. Mechanical (piping)professionals contribute to the development of high-quality engineering deliverables by designing andcoordinating piping system layouts, routing, and interfaces with equipment, structures, and undergroundutilities.
The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supportingthe development of high-quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.Under general supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring advanced knowledge ofengineering principles and practices, with a focus on developing and refining 3D piping layouts andmodel-based drawings using Bentley OpenPlant Modeler.
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
Functions in a project engineering technician capacity.
Under general direction, supports engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables.
Applies foundational engineering principles and established design practices to create moderately complex design concepts and solutions.
Utilizes digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables.
Provides technical guidance and may offer direction to other engineering professionals and technicians to ensure quality and consistency across project outputs.
Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and BV policies and procedures.
May review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.
Proactively applies BV Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
May apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Begins to apply judgment and make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance to other professionals.
Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records.
May review the deliverables of others.
May define work assignments and maintain schedules.
May program control systems or participate in other plant start-up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise.
Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development.
May support field activities. Focuses on the needs of internal clients while utilizing an understanding of external client's main interests and drivers.
Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes .
May apply judgment and makes decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
Preferred Qualifications
Diploma or Certificate required.
Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically a minimum of 5 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.
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.
Compensation Transparency
In accordance with local requirements, the annual compensation ranges for this role are listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.
State of Colorado:
$74,360 - $124,190
State of Minnesota:
$70,980 - $118,545
Salary Plan
ENT: Engineering Technician
Job Grade
015
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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an 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, tuition 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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Nearest Major Market: Ann Arbor
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit
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