Black & Veatch
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Black & Veatch, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Senior Physical Substation Designer
Date: Sep 17, 2025
Location: Overland Park, KS, US; Houston, TX, US; Bloomington, MN, US; Cary, NC, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
The Opportunity
In this role, you will have the opportunity to function in a senior level engineering technician capacity with minimal supervision. This candidate will perform advanced functions requiring knowledge and use of electronic applications, standards, and document control processes/procedures in support of creating and modifying deliverables. They may provide technical guidance and direction to other engineering professionals including delegation of work assignments.
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Key Responsibilities
Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred
Bachelor Degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred
Typically a minimum of 8-11 years related work experience
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
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 the appropriate electronic applications and programs required for performing assignments, including but not limited to CADD, other electronic applications, information modeling and document storage systems.
Advanced experience with AutoDesk Inventor (SDS)
Advanced experience with physical substation design (AIS and/or GIS)
Intermediate knowledge of engineering calculations
Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and B&V policies and procedures
Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends
Advanced knowledge of other disciplines
Basic knowledge of construction & constructability practices & principles
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides related to assigned engineering discipline
Basic knowledge of procurement & contract administration
Basic knowledge of process, procedures for project controls and estimating
Qualifications
Management Responsibilities
(noted as part of role in original description; responsibilities not explicitly listed)
Preferred Qualifications : The ideal candidate will have 8-15 years of experience; Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred; Bachelor Degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology (preferred).
Minimum Qualifications : Typically a minimum of 11 years related work experience
Certifications Work Environment/Physical Demands Compensation & Benefits Salary Plan: ENT: Engineering Technician
Job Grade: 016
We are committed to accessibility and equal opportunity. If you need accommodation in the application process, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622.
We offer a comprehensive benefits portfolio, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and a 100 percent ESOP-owned company environment where employees share in the long-term achievements of the company.
Nearest Major Market: Olathe; Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City
Job Segment: Drafting, Engineer, Geology, Engineering
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Date: Sep 17, 2025
Location: Overland Park, KS, US; Houston, TX, US; Bloomington, MN, US; Cary, NC, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
The Opportunity
In this role, you will have the opportunity to function in a senior level engineering technician capacity with minimal supervision. This candidate will perform advanced functions requiring knowledge and use of electronic applications, standards, and document control processes/procedures in support of creating and modifying deliverables. They may provide technical guidance and direction to other engineering professionals including delegation of work assignments.
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Key Responsibilities
Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred
Bachelor Degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred
Typically a minimum of 8-11 years related work experience
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
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 the appropriate electronic applications and programs required for performing assignments, including but not limited to CADD, other electronic applications, information modeling and document storage systems.
Advanced experience with AutoDesk Inventor (SDS)
Advanced experience with physical substation design (AIS and/or GIS)
Intermediate knowledge of engineering calculations
Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and B&V policies and procedures
Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends
Advanced knowledge of other disciplines
Basic knowledge of construction & constructability practices & principles
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides related to assigned engineering discipline
Basic knowledge of procurement & contract administration
Basic knowledge of process, procedures for project controls and estimating
Qualifications
Management Responsibilities
(noted as part of role in original description; responsibilities not explicitly listed)
Preferred Qualifications : The ideal candidate will have 8-15 years of experience; Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred; Bachelor Degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology (preferred).
Minimum Qualifications : Typically a minimum of 11 years related work experience
Certifications Work Environment/Physical Demands Compensation & Benefits Salary Plan: ENT: Engineering Technician
Job Grade: 016
We are committed to accessibility and equal opportunity. If you need accommodation in the application process, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622.
We offer a comprehensive benefits portfolio, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and a 100 percent ESOP-owned company environment where employees share in the long-term achievements of the company.
Nearest Major Market: Olathe; Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City
Job Segment: Drafting, Engineer, Geology, Engineering
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