Electrical Engineer - Power System Studies (EHV Focus)

Black & Veatch • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Black & Veatch is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in Power System Studies, particularly in Extra High Voltage (EHV) systems operating at 345kV and above. This leadership role involves growing, guiding, and mentoring a team of engineers in the development of advanced analytical models and conducting complex studies for utility transmission systems. In this role, you will have the opportunity to function as a technical specialist encompassing EHV transmission level voltage classes, make EHV engineering calculation recommendations to influence risk mitigation through project execution plans, and communicate EHV engineering calculation capabilities to internal and external clients to support project capture and development. You will also provide technical leadership and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and standards, and actively promote and uphold Black & Veatch's Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from either a recognized accredited program.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) License in State of Residence or Project Needs.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated proficiency with industry-standard power system modeling and analysis tools, such as PSS®E, PowerGEN TARA, PSLF, PSCAD, PowerWorld, ASPEN OneLiner, CAPE, and similar software platforms.
• Experience in substation design, including conceptual planning, physical layout and design, protection and control systems, relay design and coordination, and engineering calculations and documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the modeling and simulation of EHV transmission systems.
• Make EHV study recommendations to influence risk mitigation through project execution plans.
• Communicate EHV study capabilities to internal and external clients to support project capture and development.
• Lead and support the preparation of computer-based models for EHV transmission systems.
• Perform and oversee a wide range of power system studies, including Load Flow and Short Circuit Analysis, Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) Studies, Dynamic Stability Analysis, and more.
• Apply advanced engineering principles, techniques, and methodologies under general direction to develop, maintain, and enhance EHV engineering standards.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on design guides, engineering codes, and industry standards.
• Ensure quality and compliance by adhering to Black & Veatch's engineering and project delivery standards.
• Engage directly with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
• Demonstrate strong leadership by mentoring team members and offering technical direction across disciplines.
• Actively coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to manage and deliver complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Support proposal development, including scope definition, work breakdown, man-hour estimates, and scheduling.
• Manage or contribute to multiple high-impact projects simultaneously.
• Develop clear, concise written communications and facilitate effective collaboration with team members and clients.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401K match and benefits that start day one.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid vacation and holiday time.
• Sick time and dependent sick time.
• Company-matched 401k plan.
• Adoption reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vendor discounts.
• Employment referral program.
• AD&D insurance.
• Pre-taxed accounts.
• Voluntary legal plan.
• B&V Credit Union.
• Performance-based bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree