Mechanical Engineer - Buildings HVAC/Plumbing - Federal

The Opportunity

Black & Veatch is seeking a Mechanical HVAC / Plumbing Engineer to provide design for a variety of buildings in the Federal market sector. This position is for an experienced design engineer with a background in HVAC, piping, and plumbing design. Building types include administration/office buildings, laboratories, server rooms, manufacturing, warehouses as well as maintenance facilities. The candidate should have leadership experience, good communication skills and ability to work with a group of experienced professionals. The candidate will be responsible for executing and reviewing mechanical designs for new and existing facilities, independently or as a member of a team, including drawings, specifications, and submittal reviews. 

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. 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring project compliance with applicable codes and standards. 
• Create and maintain project schedules for small to mid-size projects. 
• Create and maintain mechanical project execution plan / forecast team member support for assigned projects. 
• Manage project team’s scope, schedule, budget and quality on assigned projects. 
• Assists in the production of HVAC and plumbing system deliverables (specifications, drawings, calculations, and basis of design documents) for new buildings, renovations, and additions to existing facilities. 
• Reviews less experienced engineers’ work or assignments for accuracy, clarity and coordination. 
• Actively coordinates with other disciplines, clients, and contractor on projects. 
• Actively mentors / shares knowledge with other staff members. 
• Creates and analyzes project energy models and life cycle cost analysis utilizing IESVE and BLCC. 
• Ability to balance multiple projects at one time. 
• Creation of 2D drawings (such as P&IDS, control diagrams, and notes) in Revit. 
• Perform construction phase services (review of submittals, responses to RFI’s etc.) 
• Able to present in front of large groups that include clients, peers, contractors, and end user groups.   
• Ability to travel for meetings and / or site observations. 

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 
• Familiarity with the Unified Facilities Criteria 
• European, General MILCON, or Civil Works project experience 
• Building Controls Systems Design /Building Automation 
• CFD modeling 
• Design Build Experience 
• Knowledge of Revit / Autodesk products 

Assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

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. 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.
• 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, and supports where necessary.
• LEED AP or other Sustainability (Preferred) 
• CxA (Preferred) 
• Security Clearance or ability to get one 

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• 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 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.