Lead Electrical Engineer - Substation Design

OverviewTogether, 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 pany : Black & Veatch CorporationReq Id : 106664Opportunity Type : StaffRelocation eligible : YesFull time/Part time : Full-TimeProject Only Hire : NoVisa Sponsorship Available: YesWhy Black and VeatchRecognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work, 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 1. 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 OpportunityThis is a opportunity located in Walnut Creek, this role, you will have the opportunity to:Function as a technical lead substation design engineer. Substation design encompasses distribution, sub-transmission and transmission level voltage classesDevelop electrical design deliverables, including protection and control design (protective relays) and/or physical designActively participate in management, project scheduling, and work/resource planning meetingsInterface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractorsQA/QC projects and mentor junior engineersThe TeamBV’s Energy & Process business is driven to meet clients’ rapidly changing infrastructure needs in generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of safe, reliable electric power. Our business continues to invest in renewable energy to power the future and support BV’s vision of more sustainable solutions. By joining our business, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of helping our clients with the most innovative energy solutions.Black & Veatch provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:SubstationsOverhead Transmission LinesUnderground Transmission LinesRenewables IntegrationHVDC/FACTsWatch our video series, Meet Our Makers, and go behind the scenes to see how our Electrical Engineer performs work that matters. You can also explore our substation project work and achievements at .Key ResponsibilitiesEngineering Standards:Continues to learn, remains current and applies independent knowledge and interpretation about departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures relative to assigned tasksQuality/Continuous Improvement:Consistently and independently applies knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasksMay be responsible for ensuring compliance with Black and Veatch quality programProvides guidance and direction to others from the same project and disciplineSupports continuous improvement and change management effortsEngineering Production:Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverablesPerforms complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selectionPrepares complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principlesManages assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirementsPlans and conducts independent evaluation, selection and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteriaReviews lower level engineering work or assignmentsIs responsible for one or more of the following: overseeing collection, assimilation, and management of data for engineering work; leading smaller production teams; and serving as the responsible charge for a projectProject Coordination:Actively coordinates with all other internal/external team members on moderately complex projectsClient Focus:Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers on less complex projectsCommunicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work on less complex projectsMay provide support to business development or pursuit activitiesKnowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology:Recognized as a technical specialist by the division having in-depth knowledge of an engineering process and/or of technical aspects of an industryDesigns a complete project of moderately complex scope within an assigned practice area(s)People Management - (supervision,career development, training, mentoring):Typically assists with performance management process, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions requiredMinimum QualificationsBachelor'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 5 years 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.Preferred QualificationsSubstation Design experience – Physical and/or Protection & ControlsQuality Assurance and Quality Control of substation design projectsProfessional Engineering (PE) License; or EIT (Engineer in Training) in pursuit of obtaining PE LicenseWritten CommunicationsDrive For ResultsPriority SettingPlanningDelegationDirecting OthersConflict ManagementInformingListeningDealing with Ambiguity and Building Effective TeamsIntermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering disciplineCertificationsMost positions - depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division - will typically require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration.Work Environment/Physical NeedsHybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work petenciesCollaborates, Communicates effectively, Courage, Directs work, Instills trust, Interpersonal savvy, Organizational savvy, Customer focus, Decision qualitySalary Plan ENG: EngineeringJob Grade 130Additional information:Black & Veatch endeavors to make 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. This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate(s) has been identified.Benefits and ComplianceBlack & 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 includes medical, dental, and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program. We offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time and dependent sick time. Additional benefits include a company matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the BV Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.We are proud to be an employee-owned company; professionals are empowered to drive personal growth and the company’s long-term achievements, sharing in the financial rewards of that success through stock ownership.BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, complies with 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.For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here and here.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-24