Mechanical Piping Designer - Associate Engineering Technician - Water

Date: Jul 1, 2026 Location: Houston, TX, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Req Id: 115770 Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation Eligible: No Full time/Part time: Full-Time Visa Sponsorship Available: No The Opportunity The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Associate Engineering Technician under general supervision, performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles and practices in support of creating or modifying deliverables. This role will be responsible for the development of plan & profile deliverables using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation. The Team Black & Veatch Operations develops, deploys, and maintains global resources and capabilities that guide execution and process excellence across the organization. Key Responsibilities Supports engineering teams under general supervision Performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles and practices Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) Creates, updates, and maintains technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables Begins providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering technicians Stay current on applicable standards, systems, document control practices, departmental guides, and BV policies and procedures Apply knowledge of the BV Quality Program to ensure accurate, compliant deliverables Demonstrate strong attention to detail while supporting continuous improvement and change management initiatives Use and expand applications and tools to evaluate and improve methods, processes, and procedures Create and develop project deliverables based on a variety of design inputs Perform basic computations, including material quantity estimates and dimensional checks Coordinate deliverables with other project groups to minimize errors and interferences Support internal client needs while developing an understanding of external client priorities and drivers Proactively seek out, share, and apply knowledge of new technologies and evolving processes Preferred Qualifications Diploma or Certificate required. Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred. Minimum Qualifications Typically a minimum of 2 years related work experience. Must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records search, in compliance with 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 014 Benefits Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes health care benefits (medical, dental and vision insurances), disability coverage and a wellness program. We offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time. Additional benefits include a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employee referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, a voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program. EEO Statement BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Black & Veatch