Mechanical Piping - Engineering Technician - Data Centers

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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  : 113631

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No


Why Black and Veatch


Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day one.

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.


The Opportunity


As an engineering technician at Black & Veatch, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of high-performance data centers-facilities that power cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and the digital services the world depends on. Our teams are involved throughout the entire project development lifecycle of high-performance data centers. This comprehensive engagement allows technicians to apply and expand their technical skills on complex, multidisciplinary projects.

From developing precise design models and drawings to supporting engineering deliverables that ensure resilience, sustainability, and seamless constructability, you'll be at the center of fast-paced, innovative work that makes a measurable impact. Join a global, employee-owned company where your craftsmanship and problem-solving directly contribute to delivering integrated, future-ready data center campuses for clients worldwide. Mechanical (piping) professionals play a critical role in developing high-quality engineering deliverables by designing and coordinating piping systems that support data center cooling infrastructure, including chilled water, condenser water, and heat rejection systems, while ensuring seamless integration with equipment, structures, and underground utilities essential to continuous operations and uptime.

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering deliverables for complex infrastructure projects. Under general supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices, with a focus on developing and refining 3D piping layouts and model-based drawings using Autodesk Revit.


Key Responsibilities


- Functions in a project engineering technician capacity.
- Under general direction, supports engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables.
- Applies foundational engineering principles and established design practices to create moderately complex design concepts and solutions.
- Utilizes digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables.
- Provides technical guidance and may offer direction to other engineering professionals and technicians to ensure quality and consistency across project outputs.
- Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and BV policies and procedures.
- May review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.
- Proactively applies BV Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
- Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
- May apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Begins to apply judgment and make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
- Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance to other professionals.
- Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records.
- May review the deliverables of others.
- May define work assignments and maintain schedules.
- May program control systems or participate in other plant start-up activities associated with a specialized area of…