About this role
The Opportunity
As an entry-level Electrical Engineer at Black & Veatch, you will help address some of the world's most pressing infrastructure challenges. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects to meet our clients' needs and contribute to the growth and success of Black & Veatch.
You will be assigned to a functional area in our Substation department.
Key Responsibilities
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Engineering Standards:
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Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures
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Quality / Continuous Improvement:
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Develops an understanding and complies with the Black and Veatch quality program
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Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts
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Engineering Production:
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Contributes to preparation of less complex engineering deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope
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Performs routine research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection
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Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work
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Prepares basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in similar engineering analysis
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Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements
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Project Coordination:
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Shares information with others as requested
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Coordinates with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership
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Client Focus:
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Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers
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May provide support to business development or pursuit activities
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Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology:
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Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes
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Preferred Qualifications
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Coursework and knowledge of Power Systems, Motors, Transformers, Renewable Energy, Power Delivery, or Three Phase Power Calculations.
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Previous internship experience.
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Basic knowledge of engineering design principles, design guides and standards.
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Insights of industry trends and developing technologies.
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Fundamental knowledge of construction practices and principles.
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Skilled in Problem Solving, Written Communication, Informing, and Peer Relationships.
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Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
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Minimum Qualifications
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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. 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.
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Work Environment
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Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
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Salary Plan
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ENG: Engineering
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Job Grade
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014
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Nearest Major Market: Olathe
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Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City
Job Segment:
- Construction, Electrical Engineering, Electrical, Engineer, Engineering