Electrical Project Engineer - Substation Details | Family of Companies

Position: Electrical Project Engineer - Substation Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies
** Electrical Project Engineer - Substation*
* Date:
Jul 8, 2026

Location:

Charleston, SC, US

Company:  Black & Veatch Family of Companies

** 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  :
** 115840

** Opportunity Type :
** Staff

** Relocation eligible :
** Yes

** Full time/Part time :
** Full-Time

** Project Only Hire :
** No

** Visa Sponsorship Available:
** No

** Why Black & Veatch?*
* At Black & Veatch, you'll be part of work that matters-designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other-speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you'll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

** The Opportunity*
* 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/single line diagrams, 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 and activities with clients, vendors, subcontractors and other stakeholders.

+ Present proposals, designs and project activities.

+ Potential travel opportunities to client and vendor offices and/or project sites for design reviews, construction coordination and field verification.

+ Prepare and manage design budgets and schedules.

+ Provide support to business development or pursuit activities.

** 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.

Our specialized team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:

+ Substations

+ Renewables Integration

+ HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM

+ Data Centers Integration

+…