Mechanical Engineer - Water - Solids Handling Systems

Position: Staff Mechanical Engineer - Water - Solids Handling Systems
Location: Shawnee Mission

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  : 117728 Opportunity Type :
Staff Relocation eligible :
No Full time/Part time :
Full-Time  Project Only Hire :
No Visa Sponsorship Available:
No Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity Black & Veatch is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems team with a focus on solids-handling systems at wastewater and water treatment plants. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Design solids-handling equipment and systems for municipal and industrial clients. Work collaboratively with various design engineering execution teams across the US and abroad. Integrate with a well-established Mechanical Systems team comprised of subject matter specialists with extensive experience across a wide range of mechanical equipment and systems. Continue to develop technical knowledge and skills for solids-handling systems while designing projects and collaborating with other BV technical specialists.  

Work for an employee-owned firm. Candidates are should have demonstrated experience designing solids-handling systems for water and wastewater treatment plants. We are looking for a motivated individual with a desire to expand their technical knowledge through project work and collaboration with BV technical specialists.

Key Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Perform mechanical system design for solids-handling systems at water and wastewater treatment facilities. Solids-handling equipment and systems include incineration, thickening and dewatering, conveyors, sludge dryers, cake pumping and solids-conveyance systems. Perform engineering calculations to establish system performance criteria and size equipment. Lead a team of mechanical engineers on simple to moderately complex projects. Responsible for the team’s project execution relative to scope, budget, and schedule.

Evaluate and select technically appropriate equipment and design solutions. Ensure designs comply with company standards, client requirements, applicable codes, and industry best practices. Oversee the development of engineering work products including piping and instrumentation diagram (P&IDs) drawings, mechanical arrangement drawings, and equipment, piping, and valve specifications. …