Electrical Project Engineer - Distribution

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Orlando, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead and deliver electrical distribution projects (up to 34.5kV) from design through execution. You will serve as a technical expert while guiding and mentoring junior engineers, and own project success by managing scope, budget, schedule, and quality across multi-discipline teams. You will partner directly with clients to develop solutions, present designs, and drive project outcomes. Additionally, you will play a key role in shaping project strategy, improving processes, and supporting business growth.

Requirements

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 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing engineering design services for overhead and underground distribution line projects for investor owned utilities in the United States
Experience in design of overhead and underground distribution projects (4kV-34.5kV)
Good communication skills and interest in engaging with Clients to grow relationships
Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards including NESC and NEC
Working knowledge of interdisciplinary project coordination: procurement, subcontract administration, permitting, real estate and land acquisition, and construction support
Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates
P.E. License highly preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare engineering deliverables for multiple projects
Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations
Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
Consistently and independently applies knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks
Responsible for ensuring compliance with Black and Veatch quality program while performing internal Quality Assurance technical reviews
Provides guidance and direction to others from the same project and discipline
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts
Interface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors
Identify key client interests and drivers for projects
Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision
Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables
Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
Provide technical leadership for Distribution Line projects
Drive solutions to achieve project goals
Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
Is 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 project
Manage the work assignments and ensures quality from project team
Actively participate in management, project scheduling, and work/resource planning meetings