Sr. Water/Wastewater Mechanical Engineer
Kiewit Corporation - Denver, CO
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The Sr. Water/Wastewater Mechanical Engineer position at Kiewit is a critical role within our growing Industrial and Water market, based in Lone Tree, Colorado. This position is designed for individuals with a robust background in Mechanical Engineering, specifically those who have accumulated at least 8 years of design experience in mechanical systems and equipment related to Industrial Water or Wastewater treatment. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and leading teams on various projects, ensuring that company standards and tools are established, maintained, and improved to contribute to project success. In this role, you will engage in the design and oversight of complex mechanical systems typical for water projects, which may include Industrial Water Treatment, Advanced Water Reuse, and Desalination plants. Your expertise will be crucial in managing project design calculations and equipment specifications, coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring that all mechanical design aspects are communicated effectively. You will also oversee project budgets and schedules, manage design partners, and support the construction team by providing on-site representation and creative design solutions. The position offers opportunities for career growth as our Industrial business continues to expand, allowing you to learn new industries and technologies. Kiewit provides a stable work environment with competitive salaries, relocation assistance, and a strong team culture focused on innovation and sustainability. As part of Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc., you will be joining a full-service consulting and engineering firm with over 1,700 engineers and design professionals. Our firm has a rich history of 130 years in construction, emphasizing constructability and safety from the earliest project phases to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery. The Industrial Design Group at Kiewit is recognized for its best-in-class technical expertise and focuses on EPC and design-build delivery of industrial projects across various markets, including Food & Beverage, Consumer Products, and Industrial Water and Utilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide design, coordination, and oversight of various mechanical systems typical for complex water projects including Industrial Water Treatment, Advanced Water Reuse, and Desalination plants.
- Manage the completion of all project design calculations and equipment specifications typical for Water and Wastewater treatment facilities.
- Coordinate and communicate all aspects of the project's mechanical design within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Provide oversight and coordination of projects, working with assigned design managers and project managers to meet project budgets and schedules for all mechanical discipline activities.
- Manage other design partners including construction partners, equipment suppliers, and other engineers and designers assigned to the project or task.
- Perform detailed technical bid analyses for equipment typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, food and beverage, and other industrial facilities.
- Generate and check design deliverables such as PFD's, P&ID's, process simulations, datasheets, and vendor shop drawings in accordance with industry codes and standards.
- Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFI's, and providing creative design solutions.
- Develop schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion.
- Perform early project design work such as conceptual studies, process flow diagram development, mass/energy balances, preliminary equipment sizing and selection, and general facility layout/arrangement.
- Train, mentor, and advise peers and support staff on proper application of industry standards and best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering program from an ABET accredited four-year university is required.
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification is required; Professional Engineer (P.E.) (or in process of obtaining) is preferred.
- A minimum of 8+ years of industry related mechanical engineering systems design experience is required in Industrial Water or Wastewater Treatment.
- Experience with Pre-Feed, FEED, EPC and Design build projects preferred.
- Experience leading and mentoring other engineers/designers is preferred.
- Proficient in developing P&ID's, equipment specifications, and drawings; experience with SmartPlant or similar software and Microsoft Office suite is required.
- Preferred experience utilizing AFT Fathom or AFT Arrow hydraulic simulation software (or equivalent).
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with process piping, pumps, compressed air and gas systems, tanks, heat exchanges, and boilers.
- Passion for providing clean water or cleaning up wastewater to protect communities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.
- Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Retirement plans with matching contributions.
- Generous paid time off.
