Associate Structural Designer - Overhead Transmission

Associate Structural Designer - Overhead Transmission

Date: May 18, 2026 Location: Bloomington, MN, US Denver, CO, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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Company: Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id: 113515 Job Title: Associate Structural Engineering Technician - Overhead Transmission Location: RGBLOOMIN3, RGDENV Business Unit Sector: COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS VIRTUAL DSGN Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation eligible: No Full time/Part time: Full-Time Project Only Hire: No Recruiter: Gerson Emmanuel Chavez

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 This opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Technology, Commercial & Industrial Market Sector, supporting Grid projects such as Overhead Transmission Line, while building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. Structural Engineering Technicians contribute to the design, analysis, and detailing of structural components and systems that support these advanced industrial and commercial facilities. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects. Under general supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices, with a focus on creating and modifying structural models, drawings, and details using advanced techniques in industry standard design tools, such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and PLS-CADD. Provides technical guidance and may offer directions to other engineering professionals and technicians to ensure quality and consistency across project outputs.

Key Responsibilities - Supports engineering teams under general supervision - Performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles and practices - Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) - Creates, updates, and maintains technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables - Begins providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering technicians - Stay current on applicable standards, systems, document control practices, departmental guides, and BV policies and procedures - Apply knowledge of the BV Quality Program to ensure accurate, compliant deliverables - Demonstrate strong attention to detail while supporting continuous improvement and change management initiatives - Use and expand applications and tools to evaluate and improve methods, processes, and procedures - Create and develop project deliverables based on a variety of design inputs - Perform basic computations, including material quantity estimates and dimensional checks - Coordinate deliverables with other project groups to minimize errors and interferences - Support internal client needs while developing an understanding of external client priorities and drivers - Proactively seek out, share, and apply knowledge of new technologies and evolving processes

Preferred Qualifications Diploma or Certificate preferred. Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred. Minimum Qualifications Typically a minimum of 2 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 This position would require working in a typical office environment. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also be require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time. 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 ENT: Engineering Technician Job Grade 014 Black & Veatch endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate(s) has been identified. A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company matched 401k plan, adoption 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.