Job Details

Overview

Staff Substation Designer

Date: Aug 25, 2025

Location: US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

We are employee-owned and committed to building a world of difference through sustainable infrastructure. Black & Veatch empowers its people to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents to solve humanity's biggest challenges.

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 110448

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black and Veatch

Black & Veatch offers competitive compensation, a 401K match and benefits that start day 1, with a flexible environment that supports growth and exploration of new possibilities.

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities while contributing your diverse talents and perspectives.

The Opportunity

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Engineering Technician 4 functions in a senior level engineering technician capacity. With minimal supervision, performs advanced tasks requiring knowledge of electronic applications, standards, and document control processes to support creation and modification of deliverables. May provide technical guidance to other engineering professionals including delegation of work assignments. Ideal candidate will have basic experience with AutoCAD Electrical (SDS) and basic experience with Protection & Controls drawings (AIS and/or GIS).

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The Team

BV projects span the 3 market sectors. Engineers, Technicians and Skilled Specialists work on projects worldwide, from small community improvements to Mega Projects, contributing to infrastructure growth and development while pursuing individual development. BV Operations supports career mobility and a collaborative, innovative culture.

Job Summary

Functions in a senior level engineering technician capacity. With minimal supervision, performs advanced functions requiring knowledge of electronic applications, standards and document control processes/procedures in support of creating and modifying deliverables. May provide technical guidance and direction to other engineering professionals including delegation of work assignments.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Standards

• Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and Black & Veatch policies and procedures

Quality / Continuous Improvement

• Proactively applies knowledge of the Black & Veatch Quality Program relative to deliverables
• Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts
• Reviews design inputs to ensure consistency
• Assists to ensure deliverables comply with codes and standards suitable for the project

Engineering Production

• Broadens the use of applications to continuously evaluate and improve methods, processes and procedures
• Creates and develops deliverables based on a variety of design inputs
• May develop less complex design concepts and project deliverables
• May perform computations such as development of detailed material quantities and estimates

Project Coordination

• Coordinates deliverables with other groups on the same project to minimize interference or errors
• May support field activities
• May assist in finalization of projects including consolidation of records for as-built drawings

Client Focus

• Focusses on internal client needs while understanding external client interests and drivers

Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology

• Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes
• May apply judgment in respect to deliverables and input interpretation

People Management

• May provide work direction and guidance to others

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements which may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate preferred
• Associate Degree in Drafting or Engineering Design Related Technology preferred
• Typically a minimum of 3 years related work experience

Preferred Non-Technical Skills

• Learning on the Fly
• Problem Solving
• Perseverance
• Patience
• Time Management
• Drive for Results
• Self Development
• Listening
• Informing

Preferred Technical Skills

• Ability to use Computer Aided Drafting/Design (CADD), information modeling or other relevant design skills
• Basic experience with AutoCAD Electrical (SDS)
• Basic experience with Protection & Controls drawings (AIS and/or GIS)
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and BV policies
• Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends
• Intermediate knowledge of company quality program
• Intermediate ability to interpret engineering deliverable content
• Basic knowledge of construction and constructability practices
• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Normal office environment

EEO / Accessibility

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate based on 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. We are an ESOP-owned company and value diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Our benefits portfolio includes health care options (medical, dental, vision), disability, wellness programs, flexible work schedules, paid time off, sick time, and dependent leave. Additional benefits include a company-matched 401k, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, referral programs, AD&D insurance, pre-tax accounts, and potential bonuses.

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