[Hiring] Lead Mechanical Engineer @Kiewit

Role Description

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
• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering program from an ABET accredited four-year university. Masters Degree preferred.
• 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.
• 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, equipment 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 tools, 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.

Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.
• Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Retirement plans with matching.
• Generous paid time off.