Lead Mechanical Engineer

Kiewit is hiring a Lead Mechanical Engineer for its Industrial team. The role leads mechanical systems design, equipment specification, engineering analysis, and multidisciplinary coordination for industrial EPC and design-build projects, while mentoring engineers and ensuring designs meet safety, regulatory, client, and performance requirements.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering program from an ABET accredited four-year university
• 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)
• 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)
• Masters Degree
• Experience with mechanical equipment design for data centers
• experience with  cooling distribution units (CDU's), Computer room handling units (CRAH), fan walls, and containment modules for air cooling for industrial facilities