Graduate Engineer, Electrical - Substation

Black & Veatch • Walnut Creek, CA

104d • $98,562 - $112,206

About The Position

As an entry-level Electrical Engineer at Black & Veatch in Walnut Creek, California, 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• 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

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures.
• Develops an understanding and complies with the Black and Veatch quality program.
• Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
• 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.
• Shares information with others as requested.
• Coordinates with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership.
• 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.
• Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care benefits including medical, dental and vision insurances.
• Disability and a robust wellness program.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid vacation and holiday time.
• Sick time and dependent sick time.
• Company matched 401k plan.
• Adoption 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: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree