Staff Mechanical Engineer - Water Systems Pump Specialist

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

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Function as a Subject Matter Specialist for pumping systems related to the design of mechanical systems supporting Water & Wastewater Treatment processes.
• Contribute to projects related to Water and Wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and conveyance focused in Florida, as well as throughout the US.
• Work collaboratively with various design engineering execution teams across the US and abroad with an emphasis on work in Florida.
• Leverage technical expertise with leadership responsibilities by guiding design teams and mentoring early career professionals
• Engage directly with clients across Florida.
• Opportunity to learn from specialized and highly experienced staff.

The Team

The Mechanical Engineering Department is a global team that delivers high quality, on time design and services projects in the areas of Power, Gas, Fuels & Chemicals, Water and Wastewater, 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.

The Water/Wastewater Treatment team is a part of our greater BV Operations department. BV’s Treatment team provides comprehensive drinking water, wastewater, industrial water, recycled water, and residual. With agnostic and industry-leading technical expertise, we transform our clients’ treatment infrastructure to meet their current and future needs. From concept to reality, our clients trust us to plan, design, construct, commission and optimize their treatment infrastructure, facilities, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for a motivated individual with an appetite to develop technical specialization to lead complex mechanical system and interact with clients. Individual duties include, but not limited to:

• Technical Design & Analysis : Perform engineering calculations, develop system performance parameters, and create detailed design documents (P&IDs, mechanical layouts, specifications).
• Leadership & Mentorship : Teach and guide engineers in system design best practices.
• Collaboration & Coordination : Work with equipment manufacturers, other disciplines, and project stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.
• Quality Assurance : Review submittals and ensure compliance with B&V standards.
• Client Engagement & Site Work : Conduct site visits for assessments and client interactions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with developing detailed design and technical specifications for pumps and piping systems.
• Strong candidates are expected to have knowledge and experience related to the design, specification, and related engineering tasks associated with pumping systems and plant hydraulics. Candidates that also have knowledge related to blowers and aeration systems, anaerobic digestion, heating water boilers, heat exchangers, and steel piping systems may also be beneficial.
• Experience in material and component selection for pumping and piping systems.
• Experience with identifying optimal pump sizing and selection for pump station facilities.
• Experience with defining pump station operational control strategies/plans.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic principles.
• Proven ability to communicate complex information effectively through written documentation and verbal presentations

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 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.

Certifications

Professional Engineering license preferred

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.

• Approximately 15 percent travel.