Building MEP Engineer

Position Overview

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We are seeking a several Building MEP engineers to perform design engineering for a variety of industrial buildings/facilities across multiple market sectors, due to growth in our Industrial and Transportation sectors.   These positions are ideal for an experienced design engineer with a strong background in HVAC, piping, ventilation and plumbing systems, particularly in high-reliability, mission-critical environments that is interested in working on fast paced EPC projects with diverse engineering and construction teams.  Building types include administration/office buildings, nuclear buildings, data centers/server rooms, battery storage, warehouses, distribution facilities, wastewater and water treatment facilities, hospitals, federal buildings, industrial process buildings, and transportation facilities such as bus/train stations and rail and maintenance facilities.  We are looking for candidates with strong communication skills, leadership experience, strong MEP design skills and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals. You will be designing and managing fast-paced MEP designs for a diverse portfolio of projects, including coordination and collaboration with in-house project engineers and contractors to successfully execute building estimates, conceptual designs, and construction documents and administration. 

ENR ranks us in the top 5 GC's in North America.  We excel at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects.    If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, look no further!  We have an extensive backlog of work, and are growing all of our engineering teams.  We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing infrastructure demands.  We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career.   

District Overview

Kiewit Architectural & Engineering (A&E) delivers fully integrated design and engineering solutions for some of North America’s most complex and high‑visibility infrastructure and building programs. Working hand‑in‑hand with Kiewit’s construction operations, the district provides coordinated design‑build and EPC execution that reduces risk, accelerates delivery, and drives innovative, cost‑effective outcomes.

Powered by a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and designers, KAE focuses on creating high‑performance, resilient facilities across key growth markets including Federal, Aviation, Mission Critical, Healthcare, Sports & Entertainment, and Commercial Buildings. The team supports sophisticated projects in sectors such as government, nuclear, transportation/transit and education—delivering scalable, forward‑looking solutions tailored to each client’s operational, regulatory, and long‑term needs.

Location

For mid career and Senior, this role can be based in any of the following offices:   Lenexa Kansas office, Houston Texas office, or Lone Tree Colorado.

We will consider individuals with 12+ years experience, in Building MEP, for one or more of our market sectors for our Manhattan NY, Woodcliff Lake NJ, and Dallas/Fortworth locations that have experience leading projects and teams, with PE licensure. We offer relocation assistance to the Lenexa/Kansas City area (our Industrial headquarters) only.  

Responsibilities

• Design and layout of mechanical systems/equipment for different types of buildings, including HVAC systems, mechanical rooms, equipment pads, filtration, ductwork, ventilation systems.  Deliverables will include load calculations, sizing of equipment, review of specifications, building floor plans and details, equipment schedules, temp controls, ventilation calculations, duct work, air handling and pipe sizing.  Will review/approve 3D models, and support the procurement process, with development of bid packages, and vendor review/selection.  
• Develop cost-effective mechanical designs that meet stringent reliability and safety standards.
• Create construction documents, drawings, and specifications for HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems.
• Perform system sizing calculations and equipment selection, including chilled water, hydronic heating, steam, and air-side systems.
• Apply industry codes and standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, NRC, and DOE regulations.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines in a collaborative team environment.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure deliverables meet contract and project requirements.
• Support construction teams by responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and assisting with project completion and turnover.
• Participate in site visits to review installations and develop punch lists.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead support engineers in completing design work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in Building design, performing design functions as outlined above.  
• PE license is a plus.  (For individuals looking for more Sr/Lead MEP roles, must have licensure).
• Experience with HVAC systems including chilled water, dehumidification, hydronic heating, steam, and gas piping.
• Proficient in HVAC load modeling, psychrometric analysis, ductwork and pipe sizing.
• Familiarity with building modeling software such as Trane Trace 700 or Carrier HAP.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems in high-reliability environments (e.g., N+1, 2N redundancy, cleanroom standards, radiation shielding).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and design documentation tools.
• Skilled in reading and developing design drawings and writing specifications.
• Familiar with ASHRAE Standards and applicable mechanical/plumbing codes.
• High degree of self-motivation and ability to lead and inspire others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Experience and Interest in leading projects and teams, highly desired. #LI-JB1
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