Associate Substation Structural Engineer

Black & Veatch

Dallas, TX

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SKILLS

3D Design, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Background Investigation, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Budget Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Consulting, Customer Relations, Data Collection, Dental Insurance, Design Services, Develop and Maintain Customers, Disability Insurance, EEO Regulations, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Establish Priorities, Industry Standards, Leading Edge Technology, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Network Operations Center, Onboarding, People Management, Power Engineering, Power Generation, Procurement Specifications, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Software Design, Structural Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management

LOCATION

Dallas, TX

POSTED

2 days ago

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

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.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 113341

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black and Veatch

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day one.

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use. #LI-AT1

The Opportunity

As an Associate Substation Structural Engineer, you will have the opportunity to:

Perform structural design engineering and analysis on substation scopes
Collect and assimilate data for engineering work. Perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards on larger and more complex assignments.
Develop recommendations for equipment and materials, beginning to expand knowledge into other disciplines and/or functional areas.
Understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
Assist with providing guidance to engineering team members.
Maintain positive client relations, understanding client interests and drivers through effective communication with the project team.

The Team

Black & Veatch is Ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge technology and work with a team that moves quickly with decisions and expectations.

Black & Veatch provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:

Substations
Overhead Transmission Lines
Underground Transmission Lines
Renewables Integration

Key Responsibilities

Execute structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of supporting structures and foundations for substation equipment and other energy infrastructure.
Assist with generating project-specific specifications and the procurement process.
Work with structural technicians in preparation of structural drawings and specifications.
Assist with construction phase engineering duties such as site visits, responding to RFI's, and review of contractor submittals.
Coordinate with other discipline engineers for project alignment
Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers

Preferred Qualifications

Basic knowledge of Structural Engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
Basic structural steel design experience using 3D analysis and design software such as RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, or equivalent
Basic foundation design experience using analysis and design software such as LPile, RISA Foundation, SP-Mats, etc.
Basic experience performing structural connection and miscellaneous calculations using MS Excel and/or Mathcad
Written Communications, Drive for Results, Priority Setting, Planning, and Listening
The following experience would be a plus (but not required) based on the work anticipated from the client(s):
- Experience with design in the energy sector, whether substations, power generation, renewables, or similar fields
- Structural design of equipment structures and their respective foundations

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
Minimum of 1 year 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.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

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

015
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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

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.

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