The Opportunity As
Electrical Engineer Specialist - Distribution 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
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The TeamBlack & 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.
Our specialized team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:
- Substations
- Renewables Integration
- HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM
- Data Centers Integration
- BESS Integration
Key ResponsibilitiesProject 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:- Consistently and independently applies 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
- Provides guidance and direction to others from the same project and discipline
- Supports 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 technology or sciences preferred or any other degree, specialized training, or experience, that makes the individual uniquely qualified to perform the job responsibilities.
- Minimum of 5 years of 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 PlanENS: Eng & Technical Specialties
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