Black & Veatch
Lead Electrical Engineer - 765kV EHV Substation Design Job Details | Black & Vea
Black & Veatch, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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Lead Electrical Engineer - 765kV EHV Substation Design Date: Sep 3, 2025 Location: Ann Arbor, MI, US; Orlando, FL, US; Phoenix, AZ, 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. Opportunity Type :
Staff •
Relocation eligible :
Yes •
Full time/Part time :
Full-Time •
Visa Sponsorship Available:
Yes The Opportunity In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Function as a technical specialist or in a lead substation design role encompassing EHV transmission level voltage class. Under general direction, develop and apply advanced engineering techniques, concepts and approaches to complex engineering problems. Provide technical guidance over a group or supervise engineering staff on substation design projects. May be responsible for developing, validating, and presenting specialist/technical output. Lead other engineers and interface directly with clients. Be responsible for the overall execution and quality of substation projects as a leader within a team environment. The Team BV’s Energy & Process business focuses on meeting clients’ rapidly changing infrastructure needs in generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of safe, reliable electric power. The business continues to invest in renewable energy to power the future and support BV’s vision of more sustainable solutions. By joining BV, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of helping clients with innovative energy solutions. Black & Veatch provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction services in the following areas: Substations Overhead Transmission Lines Underground Transmission Lines Renewables Integration HVDC/FACTs Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited program. Minimum of 8 years related work experience. Pre-employment onboarding requirements may include background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws. Preferred Qualifications Power/Power Systems experience preferred Quality Assurance and Quality Control of EHV substation design projects EHV Substation design experience (physical & P&C) Technical experience preferred Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection Prepare one-lines, connection diagrams, panel elevations and protection & control schematics for power substation equipment Prepare auxiliary power equipment sizing calculations and design wiring diagrams for protective relaying panels Perform complex engineering calculations/studies related to substation projects (lightning protection, conduit fill, AC/DC station service loading, surge arrester sizing, voltage drop) Create RTU control, status and analog point lists, raceway/cable schedules, signage and nameplates Prepare equipment arrangement, grounding, foundation and conduit plans for high voltage substations Review shop drawings, vendor quotes and perform bid evaluations Develop construction release documents Experience with 500kV – 13.8kV substations, various voltage classes Experience with open air and/or GIS Experience with different bus configurations Raceway drawings, grounding drawings, plan and section drawings Manage budget, schedule, and quality; delegate and supervise work; communicate status to management Other experience preferred Written Communications Drive For Results Priority Setting Planning Delegation Directing Others Conflict Management Informing Listening Dealing with Ambiguity And Building Effective Teams Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards Key Responsibilities Engineering Standards: Develop and maintain budgets and schedules for multiple substation design projects Perform EHV substation design, including physical design, protective relaying/control with emphasis on continuous improvement Develop scoping documents for EHV substation projects Provide guidance on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and BV policies Assist in developing, maintaining and updating engineering standards Provide technical guidance to others on projects and disciplines Quality/Continuous Improvement: Independently apply knowledge and comply with BV quality program for assigned tasks Ensure compliance with BV quality program while performing internal Quality Assurance reviews Provide guidance to others and support continuous improvement Engineering Production: Prepare a variety of complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projects Oversee data collection, assimilation, and management for engineering work Prepare complex engineering calculations Manage assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements Review lower level engineering work Lead larger production teams or coordinate multiple discipline activity Project Coordination: Coordinate with internal/external team members on moderately complex projects Manage work assignments and ensure quality from direct reports Participate in project planning meetings Client Focus: Interface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors Communicate client interests to project team and develop approaches to address them Support business development or pursuit activities Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology: Serve as a technical specialist and provide guidance to project teams in a practice area Support multiple projects on complex technical challenges People Management: Assist with performance management, mentoring, and development Mentor less experienced engineers; may supervise engineers and technicians Provide feedback on performance Resource Management: Implement resource management strategy Manage engineering resources for small groups of a single discipline Work Environment/Physical Needs Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Certifications Most positions require professional registration or licensure in the home office country, or active pursuit of such registration. Salary Plan ENG: Engineering Job Grade 131 Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statements and accessibility information are included as part of our policy. If you require disability accommodation during the application process, contact Employee Relations at +1-913-359-1622. Nearest Major Market:
Ann Arbor Nearest Secondary Market:
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Lead Electrical Engineer - 765kV EHV Substation Design Date: Sep 3, 2025 Location: Ann Arbor, MI, US; Orlando, FL, US; Phoenix, AZ, 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. Opportunity Type :
Staff •
Relocation eligible :
Yes •
Full time/Part time :
Full-Time •
Visa Sponsorship Available:
Yes The Opportunity In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Function as a technical specialist or in a lead substation design role encompassing EHV transmission level voltage class. Under general direction, develop and apply advanced engineering techniques, concepts and approaches to complex engineering problems. Provide technical guidance over a group or supervise engineering staff on substation design projects. May be responsible for developing, validating, and presenting specialist/technical output. Lead other engineers and interface directly with clients. Be responsible for the overall execution and quality of substation projects as a leader within a team environment. The Team BV’s Energy & Process business focuses on meeting clients’ rapidly changing infrastructure needs in generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of safe, reliable electric power. The business continues to invest in renewable energy to power the future and support BV’s vision of more sustainable solutions. By joining BV, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of helping clients with innovative energy solutions. Black & Veatch provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction services in the following areas: Substations Overhead Transmission Lines Underground Transmission Lines Renewables Integration HVDC/FACTs Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited program. Minimum of 8 years related work experience. Pre-employment onboarding requirements may include background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws. Preferred Qualifications Power/Power Systems experience preferred Quality Assurance and Quality Control of EHV substation design projects EHV Substation design experience (physical & P&C) Technical experience preferred Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection Prepare one-lines, connection diagrams, panel elevations and protection & control schematics for power substation equipment Prepare auxiliary power equipment sizing calculations and design wiring diagrams for protective relaying panels Perform complex engineering calculations/studies related to substation projects (lightning protection, conduit fill, AC/DC station service loading, surge arrester sizing, voltage drop) Create RTU control, status and analog point lists, raceway/cable schedules, signage and nameplates Prepare equipment arrangement, grounding, foundation and conduit plans for high voltage substations Review shop drawings, vendor quotes and perform bid evaluations Develop construction release documents Experience with 500kV – 13.8kV substations, various voltage classes Experience with open air and/or GIS Experience with different bus configurations Raceway drawings, grounding drawings, plan and section drawings Manage budget, schedule, and quality; delegate and supervise work; communicate status to management Other experience preferred Written Communications Drive For Results Priority Setting Planning Delegation Directing Others Conflict Management Informing Listening Dealing with Ambiguity And Building Effective Teams Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards Key Responsibilities Engineering Standards: Develop and maintain budgets and schedules for multiple substation design projects Perform EHV substation design, including physical design, protective relaying/control with emphasis on continuous improvement Develop scoping documents for EHV substation projects Provide guidance on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and BV policies Assist in developing, maintaining and updating engineering standards Provide technical guidance to others on projects and disciplines Quality/Continuous Improvement: Independently apply knowledge and comply with BV quality program for assigned tasks Ensure compliance with BV quality program while performing internal Quality Assurance reviews Provide guidance to others and support continuous improvement Engineering Production: Prepare a variety of complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projects Oversee data collection, assimilation, and management for engineering work Prepare complex engineering calculations Manage assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements Review lower level engineering work Lead larger production teams or coordinate multiple discipline activity Project Coordination: Coordinate with internal/external team members on moderately complex projects Manage work assignments and ensure quality from direct reports Participate in project planning meetings Client Focus: Interface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors Communicate client interests to project team and develop approaches to address them Support business development or pursuit activities Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology: Serve as a technical specialist and provide guidance to project teams in a practice area Support multiple projects on complex technical challenges People Management: Assist with performance management, mentoring, and development Mentor less experienced engineers; may supervise engineers and technicians Provide feedback on performance Resource Management: Implement resource management strategy Manage engineering resources for small groups of a single discipline Work Environment/Physical Needs Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Certifications Most positions require professional registration or licensure in the home office country, or active pursuit of such registration. Salary Plan ENG: Engineering Job Grade 131 Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statements and accessibility information are included as part of our policy. If you require disability accommodation during the application process, contact Employee Relations at +1-913-359-1622. Nearest Major Market:
Ann Arbor Nearest Secondary Market:
Detroit Job Segment:
Construction, Electrical Engineering, Design Engineer, Electrical, Engineer, Engineering
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