Associate Substation Structural Engineer

Associate Substation Structural Engineer

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Company: Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id: 113492 Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation eligible: Yes 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 Associate Substation Structural Engineer, you will have the opportunity to:

• Perform structural design engineering and analysis on substation scopes
• Collect and assimilate data for engineering work.
• Perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards on larger and more complex assignments.
• Develop recommendations for equipment and materials, beginning to expand knowledge into other disciplines and/or functional areas.
• Understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
• Assist with providing guidance to engineering team members.
• Maintain positive client relations, understanding client interests and drivers through effective communication with the project team.

The Team Black & Veatch is Ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). 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.

Black & Veatch provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas: Substations Overhead Transmission Lines Underground Transmission Lines Renewables Integration

Key Responsibilities Execute structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of supporting structures and foundations for substation equipment and other energy infrastructure. Assist with generating project-specific specifications and the procurement process. Work with structural technicians in preparation of structural drawings and specifications. Assist with construction phase engineering duties such as site visits, responding to RFI's, and review of contractor submittals. Coordinate with other discipline engineers for project alignment Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers

Preferred Qualifications Basic knowledge of Structural Engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards Basic structural steel design experience using 3D analysis and design software such as RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, or equivalent Basic foundation design experience using analysis and design software such as LPile, RISA Foundation, SP-Mats, etc. Basic experience performing structural connection and miscellaneous calculations using MS Excel and/or Mathcad Written Communications, Drive for Results, Priority Setting, Planning, and Listening The following experience would be a plus (but not required) based on the work anticipated from the client(s): Experience with design in the energy sector, whether substations, power generation, renewables, or similar fields Structural design of equipment structures and their respective foundations

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 Some positions may be relocation eligible. Speak to your recruiter if you have interest in relocation. 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 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. We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership. By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients. BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.