Black & Veatch
Lead Electrical Engineer - Underground Transmission Line Design Job Details | Bl
Black & Veatch, Wilmington, Delaware, us, 19894
Overview
Lead Electrical Engineer - Underground Transmission Line Design
Location: Multiple U.S. locations (remote/hybrid options may apply). Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies. This employee-owned company focuses on sustainable infrastructure and provides engineering, procurement, consulting and construction services.
The Opportunity In this role you will have the opportunity to:
Function as a technical lead engineer on underground transmission line projects.
Perform underground transmission line design, ideally with experience of trenchless installation methods.
Actively participate in management, project scheduling, and work/resource planning meetings.
Interface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors.
QA/QC on projects and mentor junior engineers.
Candidates willing to relocate may be considered.
The Team BV’s Energy & Process business supports generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of safe, reliable electric power. The team focuses on renewable energy and provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction services in areas including:
Substations
Overhead Transmission Lines
Underground Transmission Lines
Renewables Integration
HVDC/FACTs
This team is recognized among ENR’s Top 25 Design Firms in Power.
Key Responsibilities Engineering Standards:
Continues to learn, stays current, and applies knowledge of departmental design guides, standards, codes, and BV policies to assigned tasks.
Quality/Continuous Improvement:
Applies BV quality program to tasks; may ensure compliance; mentors others on the project.
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
Engineering Production:
Prepares complex engineering deliverables and calculations; researches equipment/materials; manages budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
Leads data collection and may oversee small production teams or serve as the responsible charge for a project.
Project Coordination:
Coordinates with internal/external team members on moderately complex projects.
Client Focus:
Identifies key client interests on less complex projects and communicates these to the team; may support business development.
Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology:
Recognized as a technical specialist with in-depth knowledge of an engineering process or industry aspects; designs complete projects of moderately complex scope.
People Management
(supervision, career development, training, mentoring):
Assists with performance management, mentoring, recognition, and corrective actions as needed.
Qualifications Preferred Qualifications
PE License
Underground utility experience — design methods and standards
High voltage design experience
Quality Assurance/Quality Control of transmission design projects
Strong written communications and leadership skills
Ability to drive results, set priorities, plan, delegate, and lead teams
Effective conflict management and listening abilities; capable of dealing with ambiguity and building effective teams
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and relevant standards
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program
Minimum of 5 years related work experience
Pre-employment checks may include background, drug screen, and motor vehicle records as required by law
Work Environment Work Arrangement:
Hybrid or flexible options after 90 days based on manager discretion and assignments.
Certifications Licensure:
Most positions require professional registration or active pursuit of licensure in the home country or location of practice.
Salary & Benefits Salary range: $103,194.00 – $154,623.00. Black & Veatch offers a comprehensive benefits portfolio, 401k with match, health/dental/vision, wellness programs, flexible schedules, paid time off, and other programs. BV is 100% ESOP-owned, supporting employee-owners and shared success.
EEO & Notice to External Search Firms BV is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other protected status. For the EEO policy and rights, please consult the company’s notices in the job posting.
Notice to External Search Firms:
BV does not accept unsolicited resumes and does not pay placement fees for unsolicited resumes; engagement with search firms is via BV Talent Acquisition.
This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Location: Multiple U.S. locations (remote/hybrid options may apply). Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies. This employee-owned company focuses on sustainable infrastructure and provides engineering, procurement, consulting and construction services.
The Opportunity In this role you will have the opportunity to:
Function as a technical lead engineer on underground transmission line projects.
Perform underground transmission line design, ideally with experience of trenchless installation methods.
Actively participate in management, project scheduling, and work/resource planning meetings.
Interface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors.
QA/QC on projects and mentor junior engineers.
Candidates willing to relocate may be considered.
The Team BV’s Energy & Process business supports generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of safe, reliable electric power. The team focuses on renewable energy and provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction services in areas including:
Substations
Overhead Transmission Lines
Underground Transmission Lines
Renewables Integration
HVDC/FACTs
This team is recognized among ENR’s Top 25 Design Firms in Power.
Key Responsibilities Engineering Standards:
Continues to learn, stays current, and applies knowledge of departmental design guides, standards, codes, and BV policies to assigned tasks.
Quality/Continuous Improvement:
Applies BV quality program to tasks; may ensure compliance; mentors others on the project.
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
Engineering Production:
Prepares complex engineering deliverables and calculations; researches equipment/materials; manages budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
Leads data collection and may oversee small production teams or serve as the responsible charge for a project.
Project Coordination:
Coordinates with internal/external team members on moderately complex projects.
Client Focus:
Identifies key client interests on less complex projects and communicates these to the team; may support business development.
Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology:
Recognized as a technical specialist with in-depth knowledge of an engineering process or industry aspects; designs complete projects of moderately complex scope.
People Management
(supervision, career development, training, mentoring):
Assists with performance management, mentoring, recognition, and corrective actions as needed.
Qualifications Preferred Qualifications
PE License
Underground utility experience — design methods and standards
High voltage design experience
Quality Assurance/Quality Control of transmission design projects
Strong written communications and leadership skills
Ability to drive results, set priorities, plan, delegate, and lead teams
Effective conflict management and listening abilities; capable of dealing with ambiguity and building effective teams
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and relevant standards
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program
Minimum of 5 years related work experience
Pre-employment checks may include background, drug screen, and motor vehicle records as required by law
Work Environment Work Arrangement:
Hybrid or flexible options after 90 days based on manager discretion and assignments.
Certifications Licensure:
Most positions require professional registration or active pursuit of licensure in the home country or location of practice.
Salary & Benefits Salary range: $103,194.00 – $154,623.00. Black & Veatch offers a comprehensive benefits portfolio, 401k with match, health/dental/vision, wellness programs, flexible schedules, paid time off, and other programs. BV is 100% ESOP-owned, supporting employee-owners and shared success.
EEO & Notice to External Search Firms BV is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other protected status. For the EEO policy and rights, please consult the company’s notices in the job posting.
Notice to External Search Firms:
BV does not accept unsolicited resumes and does not pay placement fees for unsolicited resumes; engagement with search firms is via BV Talent Acquisition.
This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.
#J-18808-Ljbffr