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Lead Mechanical Engineer
Location:
Kansas City, KS, US Houston, TX, US Lone Tree, CO, US Dallas, TX, US Fort Worth, TX, US
Requisition ID: 180667
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
If you are viewing this position on other websites, we recommend you apply to the position directly at our website at www.kiewitjobs.com.
We are hiring a Lead Mechanical Engineer to support our Industrial team. This position is critical to delivering safe, efficient, and resilient EPC and Design build projects across our Industrial market. In this role, you will serve as the technical authority for mechanical systems across complex industrial projects - which could include data centers, water and wastewater treatment facilities, power generation assets, mining and mineral processing, and chemical processing plants. This role supports process design, and leads mechanical system design, equipment specification, engineering analysis, and multi‑disciplinary coordination to deliver safe, reliable, and cost‑effective mechanical solutions. You will mentor engineering staff, drive technical excellence, and ensure all designs meet regulatory, client, and performance requirements.
At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. This is a great opportunity for you to showcase your mechanical design skills and implement innovative solutions and make a lasting impact, as Kiewit continues to expand in the Industrial marketplace. If you desire to diversify your experience, and work on different types of facilities, and want to work on EPC, large scale projects, we want to talk with you. We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing electricity 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 engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,000 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 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, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Consumer Products, Heavy Manufacturing, Industrial Buildings, Pulp and Paper, Mineral Processing, Renewable Natural Gas, and Industrial Water and Utilities.
Location
Locations: Lenexa (Kansas City) Kansas, Lone Tree Colorado, Houston Texas, Dallas or Fort Worth Texas. We offer relocation assistance to the district office in Lenexa Kansas only, otherwise we are looking for locals in these other offices.
Some consideration will be made for fully remote candidates that meet and exceed our requirements at a Senior Mechanical Engineering level, but if fully remote, you will travel up to 40% of the time to other offices.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Detailed Systems/Equipment Design
Lead the mechanical engineering design of industrial facility systems, including HVAC, hydronic systems, process piping, pumping systems, compressed air, cooling systems, material handling equipment, and specialized process equipment.
Develop mechanical system concepts, basis‑of‑design documents, P&IDs, equipment layouts, and detailed engineering packages.
Perform and review engineering calculations: fluid flow, heat transfer, thermodynamics, pressure drop, pump sizing, equipment selection, and system modeling.
Serve as the subject matter expert for mechanical codes, standards, and best practices (ASME, API, NFPA, SMACNA, ASHRAE, etc.).
Lead mechanical discipline QA/QC reviews to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance.
Project Execution & Coordination
Act as the mechanical engineering lead on multi‑disciplinary project teams, coordinating with electrical, structural, civil, controls, and process engineering.
Oversee mechanical design deliverables across all project phases: feasibility, conceptual design, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
Support development of project schedules, budgets, and resource plans for mechanical engineering scope.
Interface with clients to understand requirements, present design solutions, and resolve technical issues.
Equipment Specification & Procurement
Prepare equipment specifications, datasheets, RFQs, and technical bid evaluations for pumps, heat exchangers, air handling units, chillers, boilers, tanks, conveyors, and specialized process equipment.
Collaborate with vendors to validate performance, ensure compliance, and optimize cost and reliability.
Review vendor drawings and documentation for integration into facility systems.
Construction & Commissioning Support
Provide mechanical engineering support during construction, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving field issues.
Conduct site visits to verify installation quality, system readiness, and compliance with design intent.
Support commissioning plans, functional testing, and performance verification of mechanical systems.
Leadership, Mentorship & Standards Development
Mentor junior and mid‑level mechanical engineers, providing technical guidance and career development support.
Lead development and continuous improvement of mechanical engineering standards, templates, and best practices.
Champion innovation, reliability engineering, and continuous improvement across the mechanical discipline.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering program from an ABET accredited four-year university. Masters Degree prferred
Experience working in Design through Construction administration, EPC, and or Design/Build experience
10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in industrial facilities (data centers, water/WW, power, mining/mineral processing, or chemical processing). Experience with mechanical equipment design for data centers highly desired or experience with cooling distribution units (CDU's), Computer room handling units (CRAH), fan walls, and containment modules for air cooling for industrial facilities
EIT is required. Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 to 18 months.
Demonstrated expertise in mechanical system design, equipment specification, process design, eqiupment sizing/specification development, procurement package development, vendor drawing review
Proficiency with engineering software (AutoCAD, Revit, Plant 3D, Pipe-Flo, AFT Fathom/Arrow for hydraulic calculations or similar toolw, CFD tools, etc.) as well as MS Office Suite
Strong understanding of industrial codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication, leadership, and client‑facing skills. Experience mentoring more junior engineers and leading projects (budget/schedule) #LI-JB1
Other Requirements:
Base Compensation: $100,000/yr - $130,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 07/27/2026 - 11/03/2026
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.
Here you'll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.
Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.
We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.
Nearest Major Market: Kansas City
Job Segment: Mechanical Engineer, Facilities, Thermal Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering, Operations
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