Mechanical Piping Engineering Technician - APG Details | Family of Companies

Mechanical Piping Engineering Technician - APG

Date:
Feb 18, 2026

Location:

Chattanooga, TN, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

As an employee‑owned company, we put our people 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. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure, we build a world of difference.

This position supports Advanced Power Generation (APG) projects within the Power Providers Market Sector, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop high‑quality engineering deliverables. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician focuses on developing and refining 3D piping layouts and model‑based drawings using Bentley Open Plant Modeler.

• Functions in a project engineering technician capacity.
• Under general direction, supports engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables.
• Applies foundational engineering principles and established design practices to create moderately complex design concepts and solutions.
• Utilizes digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables.
• Provides technical guidance and may offer direction to other engineering professionals and technicians to ensure quality and consistency across project outputs.
• Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and BV policies and procedures.
• May review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.
• Proactively applies BV Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
• Reviews design inputs to ensure consistency, assisting in compliance with specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
• May apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables.
• Begins to apply judgment and make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
• Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance to other professionals.
• Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records.
• May review the deliverables of others.
• May define work assignments and maintain schedules.
• May program control systems or participate in other plant start‑up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise.
• Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development.
• May support field activities, focusing on internal client needs while understanding external client interests and drivers.
• Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes.
• May apply judgment and makes decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.

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

Typically a minimum of 5 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/ civil background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• This position requires working in a typical office environment. The role may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use with a focus on detail throughout the workday. Certain site visits may require physical tasks, including crouching, grasping, and extended standing/walking.
• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based on manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.

ENT:
Engineering Technician

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