Graduate Engineer, Electrical - Substation (Central Region)

Graduate Engineer, Electrical - Substation (Central Region)

Date: Oct 8, 2026

Location

Overland Park, KS, US Austin, TX, US Houston, TX, US Chicago, IL, US Bloomington, MN, US College Station, TX, US Dallas, TX, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 117042

Job Title : Graduate Engineer, Electrical - Substation (Central Region)

Location : KCP, RGDALL, RGBLOOMIN3, RGHOUSTON3, RGAUSTIN, RGCHCG, RGCOLST

Business Unit Sector : COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS

Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS ELECTRICAL

Opportunity Type : College full time

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available:No

Recruiter : Cody Gaston

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

Engineering Standards:

• Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures

Quality / Continuous Improvement:

• Develops an understanding and complies with the Black and Veatch quality program
• Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts

Engineering Production:

• Contributes to preparation of less complex engineering deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope
• Performs routine research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection
• Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work
• Prepares basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in similar engineering analysis
• Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements

Project Coordination:

• Shares information with others as requested
• Coordinates with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership

Client Focus:

• Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers
• May provide support to business development or pursuit activities

Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology:

• Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes

• Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework and knowledge of Power Systems, Motors, Transformers, Renewable Energy, Power Delivery, or Three Phase Power Calculations.

• Previous internship experience.

• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles, design guides and standards.

• Insights of industry trends and developing technologies.

• Fundamental knowledge of construction practices and principles.

• Skilled in Problem Solving, Written Communication, Informing, and Peer Relationships.

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

• 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. 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

• 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

• Job Grade

• 014

• 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.

• In accordance with local law, the following Annual compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $89,250.00 - $99,194.00

• Nearest Major Market: Olathe

• Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City

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• Construction, Electrical Engineering, Electrical, Engineer, Engineering

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