Building Mechanical Engineer (MEP) - Industrial Facilities

Position Overview

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Kiewit  is seeking a Building Mechanical (MEP) Engineer to provide design for a variety of industrial buildings across multiple market sectors. This position is ideal for an experienced design engineer with a strong background in HVAC, piping, ventilation and plumbing systems, particularly in high-reliability, mission-critical environments that is interested in working on fast paced EPC projects with diverse engineering and construction teams.  Building types include administration/office buildings, nuclear buildings, data centers/server rooms, battery storage, warehouses, distribution facilities, wastewater and water treatment facilities, government or military buildings, industrial process buildings, and transportation facilities such as bus/train stations and maintenance facilities.  We are looking for candidates with strong communication skills, leadership experience, strong MEP design skills and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals. You will be designing and managing fast-paced MEP designs for a diverse portfolio of projects, including coordination and collaboration with in-house project engineers and contractors to successfully execute building estimates, conceptual designs, and construction documents and administration. 

ENR ranks us as #2 in Construction, and we excel at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects.    If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, look no further!  We have an extensive backlog of work, and are growing all of our engineering teams.  We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing infrastructure demands.  We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career.   

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve industrial, transportation, power, water, mining, marine, building and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by over 140 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Our rapidly growing Industrial and Water Engineering Group, which includes mechanical, process, electrical, controls, structural and architectural disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery. The Industrial Group projects span markets such as advanced technologies; mining, minerals and metals; process industries; industrial energy; drinking water; wastewater treatment and biosolids; desalination; and industrial water.

Location

This role can be based out of our Lenexa Kansas office, Houston Texas office, or Lone Tree office, with some consideration for hybrid work schedules.  We offer relocation assistance to the Lenexa/Kansas City area.  

Responsibilities

• Design and layout of mechanical systems/equipment for different types of buildings, including HVAC systems, mechanical rooms, equipment pads, filtration, ductwork, ventilation systems.  Deliverables will include load calculations, sizing of equipment, review of specifications, building floor plans and details, equipment schedules, temp controls, ventilation calculations, duct work, air handling and pipe sizing.  Will review/approve 3D models, and support the procurement process, with development of bid packages, and vendor review/selection.  
• Develop cost-effective mechanical designs that meet stringent reliability and safety standards.
• Create construction documents, drawings, and specifications for HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems.
• Perform system sizing calculations and equipment selection, including chilled water, hydronic heating, steam, and air-side systems.
• Apply industry codes and standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, NRC, and DOE regulations.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines in a collaborative team environment.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure deliverables meet contract and project requirements.
• Support construction teams by responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and assisting with project completion and turnover.
• Participate in site visits to review installations and develop punch lists.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead support engineers in completing design work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in Building design, performing design functions as outlined above.  
• PE license is a plus.
• Experience with HVAC systems including chilled water, dehumidification, hydronic heating, steam, and gas piping.
• Proficient in HVAC load modeling, psychrometric analysis, ductwork and pipe sizing.
• Familiarity with building modeling software such as Trane Trace 700 or Carrier HAP.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems in high-reliability environments (e.g., N+1, 2N redundancy, cleanroom standards, radiation shielding).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and design documentation tools.
• Skilled in reading and developing design drawings and writing specifications.
• Familiar with ASHRAE Standards and applicable mechanical/plumbing codes.
• High degree of self-motivation and ability to lead and inspire others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
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