Overhead Transmission Line Structural Engineer

Black & Veatch Family of Companies • Cary, NC

73d

About The Position

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. As a Structural – Transmission Line Engineer you will have the opportunity to support design engineering and analysis on transmission scopes, including large, extensive 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects, and trending technologies like HVDC and 765kV. You will collect and assimilate data for engineering work, perform research, prepare calculations, and develop recommendations for equipment and materials while maintaining positive client relations.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
• Strong PLS CADD experience and proficiency.
• Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards.
• Previous client interaction experience with solid relationship-building abilities.
• Proven strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to think quickly at the job site and in front of customer personnel.
• Good listening skills, customer focused, priority setting, delegation, teamwork and team building skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the design of utility-scale electrical transmission systems.
• Structural design of transmission steel structures and their foundations.
• Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software.

Responsibilities

• Support design engineering and analysis on transmission scopes.
• Support large, extensive 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects.
• Collect and assimilate data for engineering work.
• Perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards.
• Develop recommendations for equipment and materials.
• Understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
• Assist with providing guidance to engineering team members.
• Maintain positive client relations through effective communication.
• Assist with business development activities.
• Function as a technical specialist.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques and analyses for problems and methods with minimal supervision.
• Expand knowledge and skill set in area of discipline.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances.
• Disability insurance 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.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vendor discounts.
• Employment referral program.
• AD&D insurance.
• Pre-taxed accounts.
• Voluntary legal plan.
• Performance-based bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree