Black & Veatch
Lead Electrical Engineer - Substation Design QA/QC (U.S. Eastern Region) Job Det
Black & Veatch, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Lead Electrical Engineer - Substation Design QA/QC (U.S. Eastern Region)
Date: Aug 21, 2025
Location: Ann Arbor, MI; Cary, NC; Orlando, FL; Atlanta, GA
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.
Company :
Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id :
109395
Opportunity Type :
Staff
Relocation eligible :
Yes
Full time/Part time :
Full-Time
Project Only Hire :
No
Visa Sponsorship Available:
Yes
Why Black and Veatch
Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1.
At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use. #LI-DM2
The Opportunity
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Function as a quality control/quality assurance engineer within the substation quality management group (QMG).
Perform QA/QC of substation design packages, including physical design, protective relaying/control with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
Collaborate with the substation design team.
The ideal candidate will be located or willing to relocate to one of the following U.S. Eastern Region Power Offices: Ann Arbor, MI; Raleigh, NC; Atlanta, GA; and Orlando, FL.
The Team
The team is driven to meet clients’ rapidly changing infrastructure needs in generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of safe, reliable electric power. Our business continues to invest in renewable energy to power the future and support BV’s vision of more sustainable solutions. By joining our business, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of helping our clients with the most innovative energy solutions. You can explore our project work and achievements at BV.com.
Black & Veatch provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:
Substations
Overhead Transmission Lines
Underground Transmission Lines
Renewables Integration
HVDC/FACTs
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
Minimum of 5 years 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Substation Design – Physical and/or P&C
Quality Assurance and Quality Control of Substation Design projects
Professional Engineering (PE) License
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving Skills
Analytical Skills
Training Engineers/Technicians
Written Communications
Drive For Results
Priority Setting
Planning
Delegation
Directing Others
Conflict Management
Informing
Listening
Dealing with Ambiguity and Building Effective Teams
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Standards: Continues to learn, remains current and applies independent knowledge and interpretation about departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures relative to assigned tasks
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 QA/QC technical reviews; provides guidance and direction to others on the project and discipline; supports continuous improvement and change management efforts
Project Coordination: Actively coordinates with all other internal/external team members on moderately complex projects; manage the work assignments and ensures quality from direct reports; actively participate in management, project scheduling, and work/resource planning meetings
Client Focus: Assists with identification of key client interests and drivers on less complex projects; communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns; may provide support to business development or pursuit activities
Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology: May be recognized as a technical specialist by the division having in-depth knowledge of an engineering process and/or technical aspects of an industry
People Management: May assist with performance management, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions required; mentor less experienced engineers and direct reports; may provide constructive feedback to direct reports on performance
Certifications
Most positions — depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division — will typically require professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration
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.
Competencies
Collaborates
Communicates effectively
Courage
Directs work
Instills trust
Interpersonal savvy
Organizational savvy
Customer focus
Decision quality
Salary Plan
ENG: Engineering
Job Grade
130
We are an ESOP-owned company and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. For accessibility support or disability accommodations during the application process, contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622.
Nearest Major Market:
Ann Arbor
Nearest Secondary Market:
Detroit
Job Segment:
Construction, Engineer, Electrical Engineering, QA Engineer, Design Engineer, Engineering
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Location: Ann Arbor, MI; Cary, NC; Orlando, FL; Atlanta, GA
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.
Company :
Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id :
109395
Opportunity Type :
Staff
Relocation eligible :
Yes
Full time/Part time :
Full-Time
Project Only Hire :
No
Visa Sponsorship Available:
Yes
Why Black and Veatch
Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1.
At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use. #LI-DM2
The Opportunity
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Function as a quality control/quality assurance engineer within the substation quality management group (QMG).
Perform QA/QC of substation design packages, including physical design, protective relaying/control with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
Collaborate with the substation design team.
The ideal candidate will be located or willing to relocate to one of the following U.S. Eastern Region Power Offices: Ann Arbor, MI; Raleigh, NC; Atlanta, GA; and Orlando, FL.
The Team
The team is driven to meet clients’ rapidly changing infrastructure needs in generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of safe, reliable electric power. Our business continues to invest in renewable energy to power the future and support BV’s vision of more sustainable solutions. By joining our business, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of helping our clients with the most innovative energy solutions. You can explore our project work and achievements at BV.com.
Black & Veatch provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:
Substations
Overhead Transmission Lines
Underground Transmission Lines
Renewables Integration
HVDC/FACTs
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
Minimum of 5 years 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Substation Design – Physical and/or P&C
Quality Assurance and Quality Control of Substation Design projects
Professional Engineering (PE) License
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving Skills
Analytical Skills
Training Engineers/Technicians
Written Communications
Drive For Results
Priority Setting
Planning
Delegation
Directing Others
Conflict Management
Informing
Listening
Dealing with Ambiguity and Building Effective Teams
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Standards: Continues to learn, remains current and applies independent knowledge and interpretation about departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures relative to assigned tasks
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 QA/QC technical reviews; provides guidance and direction to others on the project and discipline; supports continuous improvement and change management efforts
Project Coordination: Actively coordinates with all other internal/external team members on moderately complex projects; manage the work assignments and ensures quality from direct reports; actively participate in management, project scheduling, and work/resource planning meetings
Client Focus: Assists with identification of key client interests and drivers on less complex projects; communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns; may provide support to business development or pursuit activities
Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology: May be recognized as a technical specialist by the division having in-depth knowledge of an engineering process and/or technical aspects of an industry
People Management: May assist with performance management, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions required; mentor less experienced engineers and direct reports; may provide constructive feedback to direct reports on performance
Certifications
Most positions — depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division — will typically require professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration
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.
Competencies
Collaborates
Communicates effectively
Courage
Directs work
Instills trust
Interpersonal savvy
Organizational savvy
Customer focus
Decision quality
Salary Plan
ENG: Engineering
Job Grade
130
We are an ESOP-owned company and welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds. For accessibility support or disability accommodations during the application process, contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622.
Nearest Major Market:
Ann Arbor
Nearest Secondary Market:
Detroit
Job Segment:
Construction, Engineer, Electrical Engineering, QA Engineer, Design Engineer, Engineering
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