Electrical Project Engineer - EHV Substation; V

Electrical Project Engineer - EHV Substation (765kV)

Date:
Jul 12, 2026

Location:

Cary, NC, US;
Chattanooga, TN, US;
Tualatin, OR, US;
Atlanta, GA, US;
Ann Arbor, MI, US;
Orlando, FL, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Corporation

As an Electrical Project Engineer
, you may have the opportunity to:

• Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Lead Role, providing project coordination, guidance and expertise on assigned substation projects.
• Support a variety of substation projects ranging up to 765kV in engineering detailed design and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC).
• Develop protection and control design deliverables including protective relays, panel arrangements, one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, relay panel wiring and equipment wiring within high voltage substation designs.
• Develop physical design deliverables including yard layout plans, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, and auxiliary AC/DC power systems within high voltage substation designs.
• Perform or oversee quality review of electrical substation design packages.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Prepare electrical equipment specifications and Bills of Materials (BOM) for procurement and construction.
• Communicate and coordinate project activities with clients, vendors, subcontractors and other stakeholders.
• Present proposals, designs and project activities.
• Travel to client and vendor offices and/or project sites for design reviews, construction coordination and field verification as required.
• Prepare and manage design budgets and schedules.
• Provide support to business development or pursuit activities.

• Continually develop knowledge and provide guidance and direction on design guides, standards, systems and applicable engineering codes and B&V policies.
• Apply knowledge and comply with B&V quality program, ensuring compliance and providing related guidance.
• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projects, perform research, develop recommendations and oversee data management.
• Manage assigned budget, schedule and quality requirements; perform advanced engineering analysis and delegate tasks to develop project execution staff.
• Coordinate with internal and external team members on moderately complex projects.
• Assist with identification of key client interests and drivers, communicate through project team, and accommodate these concerns.
• Provide technical consultation and guidance to project teams in a specific practice area, design projects of moderately complex scope or support multiple projects.
• Mentor lower level professionals and identify successors for training.
• Assist with resource management strategy and engineering resources for small disciplinary groups.
• Perform administrative responsibilities such as ensuring policies and procedures are implemented, approving timesheets and expense reports.

• Extra high voltage (EHV) substation design experience (500kV+) – Physical and/or Protection & Controls.
• Project lead and technical specialist experience overseeing utility substation clients and projects.
• QA/QC review experience.
• Experience coordinating and communicating with clients, multidisciplinary leads and project managers.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Proficient with Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Programs (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited program in the home country or the country of practice.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, including background check, drug screen and motor vehicle records search, as required by law.

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio includes medical, dental and vision insurance, disability coverage, wellness programs, flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, dependent sick time, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption and tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Eligible professionals may also receive a performance‑based bonus program.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies comply 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 any other status protected by law.