Associate Buildings Mechanical Engineer - Federal Details | Family of Companies

Associate Buildings Mechanical Engineer - Federal

Date posted:
Apr 13, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

• Ensure project compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Assist in the production of HVAC and plumbing system deliverables (specifications, drawings, calculations, and basis of design documents) for new buildings as well as for renovation and additions to existing facilities.
• Actively coordinate with other disciplines, clients, and contractors on projects.
• Oversee the creation and analysis of project energy modeling and life‑cycle cost analysis utilizing Trace 3D and BLCC.
• Oversee creation of 2D drawings (such as P&IDs, control diagrams, and notes) in REVIT.
• Perform construction period services (review of submits, responses to RFIs, etc.).

• Continue to learn and remain current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies and procedures. Apply to assigned tasks as appropriate.
• Continue developing and independently apply knowledge. Comply with B&V quality program relative to assigned tasks. Support continuous improvement and change‑management efforts.
• Prepare a variety of increasingly complex engineering deliverables. Perform research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection. Collect, assimilate, and manage data for engineering work. Prepare increasingly complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles. Understand and adhere to budget, schedule, and quality requirements. May recognize, define and resolve problems within assigned area. May provide direction and guidance to others.
• Assign tasks to develop entry‑level professionals and interns. Coordinate with project leadership and other internal/external team members on less complex projects. Interact as needed with other disciplines on details of design work.
• Work to understand external client’s interest and drivers through regular interaction and communication. Also focus on needs of internal clients and project leadership. May provide support to business development or pursuit activities.
• Share current knowledge of latest technology and processes.
• As skills develop, may assist with performance‑management process, recognition, and any corrective actions required. Actively mentor entry‑level professionals and interns.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering from an accredited program.
• Knowledge of building mechanical codes and ability to perform accurate load calculations.
• Intermediate HVAC / Plumbing design capability in industrial, commercial, central plants, boilers, chillers and other related markets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Federal industry experience.
• European, General MILCON, or Civil Works project experience.
• Building Controls Systems Design / Building Automation experience.
• CFD modeling experience.
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen (assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients).

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program in the United States or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, etc.).
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.

• This position requires working in a typical office environment. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use. 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.
• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based on manager discretion, performance, and work assignments.

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