Electrical Project Engineer - Distribution

Electrical Project Engineer - Distribution

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.

As an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead and deliver electrical distribution projects (up to 34.5kV) from design through execution
• Serve as a technical expert while guiding and mentoring junior engineers
• Own project success by managing scope, budget, schedule, and quality across multi-discipline teams
• Partner directly with clients to develop solutions, present designs, and drive project outcomes
• Play a key role in shaping project strategy, improving processes, and supporting business growth

Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge technology and work with a team that moves quickly with decisions and expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Execution: Prepare engineering deliverables for multiple projects
• Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations
• Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
• Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
• Quality/Continuous Improvement: Apply knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with Black and Veatch quality program while performing internal Quality Assurance technical reviews
• Provide guidance and direction to others from the same project and discipline
• Support continuous improvement and change management efforts
• Client Focus: Interface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors
• Identify key client interests and drivers for projects
• Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
• Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
• Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision
• Engineering Production: Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables
• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership for Distribution Line projects
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals
• Management Responsibilities: Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
• Is responsible for one or more of the following: overseeing collection, assimilation, and management of data for engineering work; leading smaller production teams; and serving as the responsible charge for a project
• Manage the work assignments and ensures quality from project team
• Actively participate in management, project scheduling, and work/resource planning meetings

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing engineering design services for overhead and underground distribution line projects for investor owned utilities in the United States
• Experience in design of overhead and underground distribution projects (4kV-34.5kV)
• Good communication skills and interest in engaging with Clients to grow relationships
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards including NESC and NEC
• Working knowledge of interdisciplinary project coordination: procurement, subcontract administration, permitting, real estate and land acquisition, and construction support
• Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates
• P.E. License highly preferred

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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 5 years 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.
• Ability to utilize audio/videoconferencing software tools for internal/external communication
• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time
• Travel to client sites as required

Salary Plan ENG: Engineering Job Grade 016

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