Associate Engineer - Electrical, Industrial Manufacturing

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. 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 Id : 116441

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop Electrical design for Industrial Manufacturing projects, which includes the manufacturing, ag/bio-process, food/beverage, oil refining, and packaging industries.
• Candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrate initiative.
• Develop a variety of complex engineering deliverables including one-line diagrams, schematics, power and lighting plans, panel schedules, field instrumentation, electrical installation details, and technical specifications.
• Function in a technical specialist capacity. Under general supervision, performs all aspects of conventional design engineering and analysis.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams, including process, mechanical, instrumentation and controls, structural, civil, and architectural disciplines.
• Continuous learning and development of technical expertise/specialty area.
• Coordinate with regional and global design teams.
• Do project studies – Energy Optimization, Power System Coordination, and Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
• Construction inspection and resolution of electrical construction issues
  This role will support projects for North America.

The Team

As part of BV Operations , your skills will be aligned to projects that support our Technology, Commercial & Industrial market sector. In roles like Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference through infrastructure growth and development while learning and focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• EIT/EI, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• 1+ years in electrical design, planning and construction services.
• Consulting and Industrial Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Power system analysis experience in SKM, ETAP, or other analysis software a plus.
• Basic understanding of NEC/NFPA 70 requirements, and hazardous classified area concepts preferred.
• Familiarity with PLC wiring and controls is preferred. PLC programming experience is not required.
• AutoCAD experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering

Compensation Transparency

listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

State of Colorado: $91,047 - $152,053

State of Minnesota: $86,909 - $145,142

Job Grade

015

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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 is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

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