Black & Veatch

Graduate Electrical Engineer - Substation (East Region)

Black & Veatch$96K — $108K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
  • Knowledge of Power Systems, Motors, and Renewable Energy.
  • Previous internship experience in a relevant field.
  • Basic understanding of engineering design principles and standards.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

  • Read and apply engineering design guides and standards.
  • Comply with the quality program and support improvements.
  • Prepare engineering deliverables like drawings and reports.
  • Conduct routine research for equipment selection.
  • Manage and analyze data related to engineering work.
  • Coordinate project information with team members.
  • Focus on understanding client needs and support business development.

Benefits

  • Hybrid or flexible work options after 90 days based on performance.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse infrastructure projects.
  • Exposure to industry trends and technology innovations.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

As an entry-level Electrical Engineer at Black & Veatch, you will help address some of the world's most pressing infrastructure challenges. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects to meet our clients' needs and contribute to the growth and success of Black & Veatch.

You will be assigned to a functional area in our Substation department.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Standards:
  • Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures

Quality / Continuous Improvement:
  • Develops an understanding and complies with the Black and Veatch quality program
  • Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts

Engineering Production:
  • Contributes to preparation of less complex engineering deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope
  • Performs routine research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection
  • Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work
  • Prepares basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in similar engineering analysis
  • Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements

Project Coordination:
  • Shares information with others as requested
  • Coordinates with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership

Client Focus:
  • Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers
  • May provide support to business development or pursuit activities

Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology:
  • Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes


Preferred Qualifications

  • Coursework and knowledge of Power Systems, Motors, Transformers, Renewable Energy, Power Delivery, or Three Phase Power Calculations.
  • Previous internship experience.
  • Basic knowledge of engineering design principles, design guides and standards.
  • Insights of industry trends and developing technologies.
  • Fundamental knowledge of construction practices and principles.
  • Skilled in Problem Solving, Written Communication, Informing, and Peer Relationships.
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher


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. 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

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

014

In accordance with local law, the following Annual compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $96,900.00 - $108,212.00

About Black & Veatch

Black & Veatch is a global engineering and construction company. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. Black & Veatch provides a range of services, including engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, consulting, and environmental services. The company serves a variety of industries, including power, water, telecommunications, and oil and gas. Black & Veatch has operations in more than 100 countries around the world.
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1915

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