Black & Veatch
Lead Electrical Engineer - Underground Transmission Line Design Job Details | Bl
Black & Veatch, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Lead Electrical Engineer - Underground Transmission Line Design Date: Sep 15, 2025 Locations: Tualatin, OR; Houston, TX; Burlington, MA; Walnut Creek, CA; Ann Arbor, MI; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Cary, NC; Orlando, FL; Irvine, CA; Bloomington, MN Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies We are an employee-owned company that puts people at the center of everything we do, empowering growth and diverse perspectives to solve humanity’s biggest challenges in sustainable infrastructure. With over 100 years of innovation in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, 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 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.
Quality assurance/quality control of projects and mentor junior engineers.
Candidates willing to relocate may be considered. The Team
BV’s Energy & Process business addresses clients’ needs in generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of electric power. The team focuses on sustainable energy solutions and provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction services in: Substations
Overhead Transmission Lines
Underground Transmission Lines
Renewables Integration
HVDC/FACTS
This team is a top ENR Design Firm in Power. Learn more about our substation design team and projects. Key Responsibilities
Engineering Standards: Continues to learn, remains current and applies knowledge about departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and BV policies.
Quality/Continuous Improvement: Applies BV quality program to assigned tasks; may ensure compliance and provide guidance to others on the project.
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
Engineering Production: Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables and performs complex research for equipment/materials selection.
Prepares complex engineering calculations and manages budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
Plans and conducts independent evaluation of engineering techniques and criteria.
Reviews lower-level work and may oversee data management, team leadership, or project charge responsibilities.
Project Coordination: Actively coordinates with internal/external team members on moderately complex projects.
Client Focus: Assists with identifying client interests and drivers on less complex projects and communicates them to the project team.
May support business development or pursuit activities.
Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology: Recognized as a technical specialist with in-depth knowledge of engineering processes and industry aspects.
Designs complete projects of moderately complex scope within assigned practice areas.
People Management
(supervision, career development, training, mentoring): Typically assists with performance management, mentoring, recognition, and corrective actions.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications PE License
Underground utility design experience (methods and standards)
High voltage design experience
Quality Assurance and Quality Control of transmission design projects
Strong written communications and interpersonal skills
Skills: Drive for results, planning, prioritization, delegation, directing others, conflict management, informing, listening, and teamwork
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and standards related to the discipline
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program
Minimum 5 years related work experience
Pre-employment checks may be required (background, drug screen, MVR) in compliance with laws.
Work Environment
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion and work assignments. Certifications
Professional registration or licensure in the designated home office country, or active pursuit of such registration, is typically required depending on the division. Compensation & Benefits
Annual compensation range: $103,194.00 – $154,623.00. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k, paid time off, and more. ESOP ownership and inclusive culture are emphasized. EEO statement: Black & Veatch is an equal opportunity employer. For our EEO rights information, please refer to the company’s policy.
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Lead Electrical Engineer - Underground Transmission Line Design Date: Sep 15, 2025 Locations: Tualatin, OR; Houston, TX; Burlington, MA; Walnut Creek, CA; Ann Arbor, MI; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Cary, NC; Orlando, FL; Irvine, CA; Bloomington, MN Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies We are an employee-owned company that puts people at the center of everything we do, empowering growth and diverse perspectives to solve humanity’s biggest challenges in sustainable infrastructure. With over 100 years of innovation in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, 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 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.
Quality assurance/quality control of projects and mentor junior engineers.
Candidates willing to relocate may be considered. The Team
BV’s Energy & Process business addresses clients’ needs in generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of electric power. The team focuses on sustainable energy solutions and provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction services in: Substations
Overhead Transmission Lines
Underground Transmission Lines
Renewables Integration
HVDC/FACTS
This team is a top ENR Design Firm in Power. Learn more about our substation design team and projects. Key Responsibilities
Engineering Standards: Continues to learn, remains current and applies knowledge about departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and BV policies.
Quality/Continuous Improvement: Applies BV quality program to assigned tasks; may ensure compliance and provide guidance to others on the project.
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
Engineering Production: Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables and performs complex research for equipment/materials selection.
Prepares complex engineering calculations and manages budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
Plans and conducts independent evaluation of engineering techniques and criteria.
Reviews lower-level work and may oversee data management, team leadership, or project charge responsibilities.
Project Coordination: Actively coordinates with internal/external team members on moderately complex projects.
Client Focus: Assists with identifying client interests and drivers on less complex projects and communicates them to the project team.
May support business development or pursuit activities.
Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology: Recognized as a technical specialist with in-depth knowledge of engineering processes and industry aspects.
Designs complete projects of moderately complex scope within assigned practice areas.
People Management
(supervision, career development, training, mentoring): Typically assists with performance management, mentoring, recognition, and corrective actions.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications PE License
Underground utility design experience (methods and standards)
High voltage design experience
Quality Assurance and Quality Control of transmission design projects
Strong written communications and interpersonal skills
Skills: Drive for results, planning, prioritization, delegation, directing others, conflict management, informing, listening, and teamwork
Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and standards related to the discipline
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program
Minimum 5 years related work experience
Pre-employment checks may be required (background, drug screen, MVR) in compliance with laws.
Work Environment
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion and work assignments. Certifications
Professional registration or licensure in the designated home office country, or active pursuit of such registration, is typically required depending on the division. Compensation & Benefits
Annual compensation range: $103,194.00 – $154,623.00. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k, paid time off, and more. ESOP ownership and inclusive culture are emphasized. EEO statement: Black & Veatch is an equal opportunity employer. For our EEO rights information, please refer to the company’s policy.
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