Associate Electrical Engineer - Substation

Black & Veatch Family of CompaniesBlack & Veatch Family of CompaniesIrvine, California, United States | Walnut Creek, California, United States | Orlando, Florida, United States | Atlanta, Georgia, United States | Burlington, Massachusetts, United States | Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States | Cary, North Carolina, United States | Tualatin, Oregon, United States | Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
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Posted

10/7/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$95k - $180k/year

Work style

Hybrid

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Core responsibilities

The Associate Electrical Engineer will support substation projects by developing protection, control, and physical design deliverables. They will also prepare equipment specifications, manage project budgets and schedules, and coordinate with clients and vendors.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering and have at least one year of related work experience. Preferred qualifications include high voltage substation design experience and an Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Key skills

Substation designProtection and control designPhysical designHigh voltage engineeringProtective relaysSchematic designEquipment specificationProcurementConstruction coordinationQA/QCBluebeam RevuMicrosoft OfficeEngineering calculationsTechnical researchMentoringProject management

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Industry

Construction

Employees

829

Type

Privately Held

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Overland Contracting Inc., (OCI) is a Black & Veatch Company (BV) that provides construction services in the open/merit shop arena. OCI is tailored to fit our client's needs, options are available through direct hire or subcontract strategies utilizing open shop labor in support of EPC projects as well as construction-only work for the telecom, energy and water markets across the country. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Disabled/Veterans/Females.

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Job categories

EngineeringEnergyConstructionConsultingTechnology

Description

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 : 114997 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : Yes Full time/Part time : Full-Time Project Only Hire : No Visa Sponsorship Available: No   Why Black & 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 one.   Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. 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 As an Associate Electrical Engineer, you may have the opportunity to: Support a variety of substation projects ranging up to 765kV in engineering detailed design and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Develop protection and control design deliverables including protective relays, panel arrangements, one line/single line diagrams, three line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, relay panel wiring and equipment wiring within high voltage substation designs Develop physical design deliverables including yard layout plans, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, and auxiliary AC/DC power systems within high voltage substation designs Prepare equipment specifications and Bills of Materials (BOM) for procurement and construction Correspond with clients, vendors and subcontractors Potential travel opportunities to client and vendor offices and/or project sites for design reviews, construction coordination and field verification Adhere to and/or prepare design budgets and schedules Perform QA/QC responsibilities Provide support to business development or pursuit activities #LI-DM2  The Team Black & Veatch is Ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge technology and work with a team that moves quickly with decisions and expectations.   Our specialized team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas: Substations Renewables Integration HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM Datacenters Integration BESS Integration Key Responsibilities Continues to learn and remains current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies and procedures. Applies to assigned tasks as appropriate. Continues developing and can independently apply knowledge. Complies with B&V quality program relative to assigned tasks. Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts. Prepares a variety of increasingly complex engineering deliverables. Performs research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection. Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work. Prepares increasingly complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles. Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements.  May recognize, define and resolve problems within assigned area. May provide direction and guidance to others. Assigns tasks to develop entry level professionals and interns.  Coordinates with project leadership and other internal/external team members on less complex projects. Interacts as needed with other disciplines on details of design work. Works to understand external client's interest and drivers through regular interaction and communication. Also focuses on needs of internal clients and project leadership. May provide support to business development or pursuit activities. Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes. As skills develop, may assist with performance management process, recognition, and any corrective actions required.  Actively mentors entry level professionals and interns. Preferred Qualifications High voltage (HV) substation design experience – Physical and/or Protection & Controls Engineering-in-Training (EIT) Certification  Proficient with Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Programs (such as Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.) Minimum Qualifications Requires a 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 1 year 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.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.Compensation Transparency In accordance with local requirements, the annual compensation ranges for this role are listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.  State of California: $95,186- $179,699 State of Massachusetts: $99,324 - $165,876 Salary Plan ENG: EngineeringJob Grade 015Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.   Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.   Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.   To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.   A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including 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.   We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the 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.   BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies 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.   Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

Requirements

  • •Substation design
  • •Protection and control design
  • •Physical design
  • •High voltage engineering
  • •Protective relays
  • •Schematic design
  • •Equipment specification
  • •Procurement
  • •Construction coordination
  • •QA/QC
  • •Bluebeam Revu
  • •Microsoft Office
  • •Engineering calculations
  • •Technical research
  • •Mentoring
  • •Project management

Benefits

  • •Health insurance
  • •Dental insurance
  • •Vision insurance
  • •401k match
  • •Paid vacation
  • •Paid holidays
  • •Sick time
  • •Dependent sick time
  • •Disability insurance
  • •Wellness program
  • •Adoption reimbursement
  • •Tuition reimbursement
  • •Employee stock ownership plan
  • •Performance-based bonus
  • •Flexible work schedules

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