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Senior Overhead Transmission Line Structural Engineer
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Senior Overhead Transmission Line Structural Engineer – Black & Veatch Corporation
Company:
Black & Veatch Corporation Location:
Unknown (flexible/hybrid options available) Employment Type:
Full‑time Staff
Role Summary As a Senior Structural – Transmission Line Engineer you will lead the design, analysis, and oversight of transmission line projects spanning 345kV+ rebuilds, greenfield sites, and emerging technologies such as HVDC and 765kV. You will develop engineering calculations, prepare recommendations, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure on‑time delivery within budget and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Support design engineering and analysis on transmission scopes.
Lead large, extensive 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects, including trending technologies like HVDC and 765kV.
Collect and assimilate data for engineering work; perform research and calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards.
Develop recommendations for equipment and materials; understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
Provide guidance to engineering team members and oversee lower‑level work.
Maintain positive client relations and communicate client interests through effective project teamwork.
Assist with business development activities and support pursuit efforts.
Function as a technical specialist or lead in complex engineering challenges.
Apply advanced engineering techniques independently; drive continuous improvement, change management, and risk management.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on project schedules and deliverables.
Mentor junior engineers and coordinate performance management, career planning, and succession planning when applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong experience in 69kV–500kV overhead transmission line design and familiarity with Power Line system programs (PLS, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.).
Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
Advanced knowledge of design principles and applicable standards for assigned discipline.
Client interaction experience in pursuit of business opportunities.
Experience with utility‑scale electrical transmission systems.
Structural design of transmission steel structures and foundations.
Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
Minimum of 11 years related work experience.
Full pre‑employment onboarding (background check, drug screening, motor vehicle records) per legal requirements.
Employment Details Relocation:
Eligible Visa Sponsorship:
Not available Project Only Hire:
No
Benefits Summary Engineering roles at Black & Veatch receive competitive compensation and benefits from day one, including a robust preventive health, dental, vision, and wellness program, paid vacation and holidays, sick time, adoption and tuition reimbursement, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, flexible work schedules, and a performance‑based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Black & Veatch is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other protected class. For our EEO policy statement, please click
here .
Contact For disability accommodation requests, contact the Employee Relations Department at +1‑XXXXXXXXXX or via our accommodations request form. For general inquiries about your application status, please note that we do not provide application status updates.
Notice to External Search Firms Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes. We do not negotiate placement fees for unsolicited resumes.
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Black & Veatch Corporation Location:
Unknown (flexible/hybrid options available) Employment Type:
Full‑time Staff
Role Summary As a Senior Structural – Transmission Line Engineer you will lead the design, analysis, and oversight of transmission line projects spanning 345kV+ rebuilds, greenfield sites, and emerging technologies such as HVDC and 765kV. You will develop engineering calculations, prepare recommendations, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure on‑time delivery within budget and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Support design engineering and analysis on transmission scopes.
Lead large, extensive 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects, including trending technologies like HVDC and 765kV.
Collect and assimilate data for engineering work; perform research and calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards.
Develop recommendations for equipment and materials; understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
Provide guidance to engineering team members and oversee lower‑level work.
Maintain positive client relations and communicate client interests through effective project teamwork.
Assist with business development activities and support pursuit efforts.
Function as a technical specialist or lead in complex engineering challenges.
Apply advanced engineering techniques independently; drive continuous improvement, change management, and risk management.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on project schedules and deliverables.
Mentor junior engineers and coordinate performance management, career planning, and succession planning when applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong experience in 69kV–500kV overhead transmission line design and familiarity with Power Line system programs (PLS, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.).
Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
Advanced knowledge of design principles and applicable standards for assigned discipline.
Client interaction experience in pursuit of business opportunities.
Experience with utility‑scale electrical transmission systems.
Structural design of transmission steel structures and foundations.
Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
Minimum of 11 years related work experience.
Full pre‑employment onboarding (background check, drug screening, motor vehicle records) per legal requirements.
Employment Details Relocation:
Eligible Visa Sponsorship:
Not available Project Only Hire:
No
Benefits Summary Engineering roles at Black & Veatch receive competitive compensation and benefits from day one, including a robust preventive health, dental, vision, and wellness program, paid vacation and holidays, sick time, adoption and tuition reimbursement, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, flexible work schedules, and a performance‑based bonus program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Black & Veatch is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other protected class. For our EEO policy statement, please click
here .
Contact For disability accommodation requests, contact the Employee Relations Department at +1‑XXXXXXXXXX or via our accommodations request form. For general inquiries about your application status, please note that we do not provide application status updates.
Notice to External Search Firms Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes. We do not negotiate placement fees for unsolicited resumes.
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