Mechanical Piping Designer - Assistant Engineering Technician - Water Details | Family of Companies

Position: Mechanical Piping Designer - Assistant Engineering Technician - Water Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies
** Mechanical Piping Designer
- Assistant Engineering Technician
- Water*
* Date:
Jun 16, 2026

Location:

Ann Arbor, MI, US  Denver, CO, US  Cary, NC, US  Houston, TX, US  Phoenix, AZ, US  Houston, TX, US  Overland Park, KS, US  Dallas, TX, US  Tualatin, OR, US  Bloomington, MN, US  Orlando, FL, US

Company:  Black & Veatch Family of Companies

** Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.*
* As an employee-owned company, our people _are_ Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

** Company :
** Black & Veatch Corporation

** Req  :
** 115426

** Opportunity Type :
** Staff

** Relocation eligible :
** No

** Full time/Part time :
** Full-Time

** Project Only Hire :
** No

** Visa Sponsorship Available:
** No

** The Opportunity*
* This opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Governments & Communities (G&C) Market Sector, supporting Water and Industrial Water projects and delivering critical infrastructure for municipal and industrial clients. Mechanical (piping) professionals contribute to project execution by developing and modifying piping layouts and models for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and conveyance systems.

This includes coordinating system routing and interfaces with process equipment, structures, and underground utilities to ensure constructable and efficient designs.

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Assistant Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high‑quality engineering deliverables for complex infrastructure projects. Under close supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring basic knowledge of engineering principles and practices, with a focus on developing and updating 3D piping layouts and model‑based drawings using Autodesk Revit.

Chosen candidates will be located in/or relocate to Kansas City (KS), Dallas (TX), Houston (TX), Orlando (FL), Ann Arbor (MI), Bloomington (MN), Raleigh (NC), Denver (CO), or Tualatin (OR)

** The Team*
* Black & Veatch Operations develops, deploys, and maintains global resources and capabilities that guide execution and process excellence across the organization. The foundation of Black & Veatch Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.

** Key Responsibilities*
* + Provides technical support to engineering teams under close supervision

+ Performs tasks requiring a basic understanding of engineering principles and practices

+ Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to assist with the creation, modification, and maintenance of technical documents and drawings and project deliverables

+ Participates in the evaluation of methods used in the development of deliverables and design activities to support continuous improvement and efficiency

+ Continuously learns and applies established standards, systems, document control practices, departmental guidelines, and BV policies and procedures.

+ Ensures deliverables are accurate and compliant by developing knowledge of the BV Quality Program.

+ Demonstrates strong personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management initiatives.

+ Expands technical knowledge to modify and develop less complex deliverables using various design inputs.

+ May assist with minor technical tasks, such as material quantity estimates and dimensional checks.

+ May assist with coordination of deliverables with other project disciplines to reduce errors and interferences.

+ Prioritizes internal client needs while developing a basic understanding of external client drivers and expectations.

+ Proactively seeks out and shares knowledge of emerging technologies and processes

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Diploma or Certificate required.

+ Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Typically a minimum of 1 year 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.

** 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*
* 013

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