Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydropower - Hybrid
Date: Aug 19, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL, US; Charlotte, NC, US; Atlanta, GA, US; Greenville, SC, 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.
The Opportunity In this role you will have the opportunity to lead, design, and manage new and upgraded projects on hydropower systems including:
- Dam and water conveyance, including radial gates and large valves
- Generator cooling systems
- Raw water systems
- Turbine and generator bearings
- Compressed air systems
- Bearing oil systems
You may also perform dam safety inspections and design improvements to HVAC systems, spillway gates, and hoists.
Preferred Qualifications - Previous experience in mechanical or systems engineering in power generating facilities
- Previous experience managing projects in a utility power plant setting
- Experience in design and operation support of hydroelectric generation stations
- Previous experience in a client-facing role
Minimum Qualifications Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program. Minimum of 5 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements.
Certifications Professional Engineer (PE) license or in active pursuit of such registration.
Black & Veatch prides itself on the support of our employees and providing flexibility to prioritize what matters to you. This is why we offer our professionals the option of a Hybrid work environment.
Salary Plan Job Grade 130
Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes health care benefits, flexible work schedules, paid vacation, sick time, and additional benefits including a company-matched 401k plan.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an inclusive environment for professionals.
Black & Veatch complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
