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Black & Veatch

Electrical Engineer - Power System Studies (EHV Focus)

Black & Veatch, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113

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Company Information

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id: 111799

Opportunity Type: Staff

Relocation eligible: Yes

Full time/Part time: Full‑Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch Recognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work, Black & Veatch allows you to learn and tackle humanity’s greatest 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 one.

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.

The Opportunity Black & Veatch is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in Power System Studies, particularly in Extra High Voltage (EHV) systems operating at 345kV and above. This leadership role involves growing, guiding, and mentoring a team of engineers in the development of advanced analytical models and conducting complex studies for utility transmission systems.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Function as a technical specialist encompassing EHV transmission level voltage classes.

Make EHV engineering calculation recommendations to influence risk mitigation through project execution plans.

Communicate EHV engineering calculation capabilities to internal and external clients to support project capture and development.

Under general direction, apply advanced engineering techniques, concepts, and approaches to develop, maintain, and update EHV engineering standards.

Provide technical leadership and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and standards.

Independently apply knowledge and follow Black & Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks.

Consistently review and verify the accuracy of both personal work and that of team members, promoting Black & Veatch’s QA/QC standards and continuous improvement.

Effectively communicate client goals and priorities to project teams, developing strategies to integrate these drivers into complex project execution.

Engage directly with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.

Demonstrate strong leadership by mentoring team members and offering technical direction across disciplines.

Demonstrate strong teamwork and the ability to lead project efforts, including schedule, budget, and resource management.

Actively coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to manage and deliver complex multidisciplinary projects.

Experience supporting proposal development including scope of work, level of work, engineering estimates, and schedules.

Manage or contribute to multiple high‑impact projects simultaneously.

Develop clear, concise written communications and facilitate effective collaboration with team members and clients.

Work in a team environment.

Utilize knowledge in NERC reliability regions such as PJM, ERCOT, and MISO.

The ideal candidate will be located or willing to relocate to our World Headquarters in Overland Park, KS (Kansas City), or one of the following Regional Office Locations: Phoenix, AZ; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Ann Arbor, MI; Raleigh, NC.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the modeling and simulation of EHV transmission systems.

Make EHV study recommendations to influence risk mitigation through project execution plans.

Communicate EHV study capabilities to internal and external clients to support project capture and development.

Lead and support the preparation of computer‑based models for EHV transmission systems.

Perform and oversee a wide range of power system studies, including but not limited to:

Load Flow and Short Circuit Analysis

Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) Studies, including:

Insulation Coordination

Temporary Overvoltage (TOV)

Switching Overvoltage (SOV)

Transient Recovery Voltage (TRV)

Very Fast Transients (VFT) and Lightning Effects

Dynamic Stability Analysis

Corona and Field Effects Studies, such as:

Audible Noise

Radio and Television Interference (RI/TVI)

Electric Field Intensity Evaluation

Electromagnetic Field (EMF)

Induced Voltage and Current Analysis

Grounding System Design and Safety Evaluation

Apply advanced engineering principles, techniques, and methodologies under general direction to develop, maintain, and enhance EHV engineering standards.

Provide technical leadership and guidance on design guides, engineering codes, and industry standards.

Ensure quality and compliance by adhering to Black & Veatch’s engineering and project delivery standards.

Consistently review and verify the accuracy of both personal work and that of team members, promoting QA/QC standards and continuous improvement.

Effectively communicate client goals and priorities to project teams, developing strategies to integrate these drivers into complex project execution.

Engage directly with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.

Demonstrate strong leadership by mentoring team members and offering technical direction across disciplines.

Actively coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to manage and deliver complex multidisciplinary projects.

Support proposal development, including scope definition, work breakdown, man‑hour estimates, and scheduling.

Manage or contribute to multiple high‑impact projects simultaneously.

Develop clear, concise written communications and facilitate effective collaboration with team members and clients.

Demonstrate strong teamwork and the ability to lead project efforts, including schedule, budget, and resource management.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficient with industry‑standard power system modeling and analysis tools such as PSS®E, PowerGEN TARA, PSLF, PSCAD, PowerWorld, ASPEN OneLiner, CAPE, and similar platforms.

Experience in substation design, including conceptual planning, physical layout and design, protection and control systems, relay design and coordination, and engineering calculations and documentation.

Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.

Active Professional Engineer (PE) License in State of Residence or Project Needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited program in the applicant’s home country or country of practice.

Minimum of 5 years related work experience.

Certifications

Professional Engineer License (U.S. PE), preferred.

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.

Salary Plan ENG: Engineering

Salary Grade 016

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Benefits Offers an array of health care benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances, disability, and a robust wellness program. Provides flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

Additional benefits include a company‑matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.

Company Culture We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP‑owned company. As employee‑owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only personal growth but the company’s long‑term achievements—sharing in the financial rewards of success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

EEO Statement BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

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