Electrical Associate Engineering Technician - Substation Details | Family

Electrical Associate Engineering Technician - Substation

Date:
Mar 7, 2026

Location:

Chattanooga, TN, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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We empower our people and offer a flexible environment, competitive compensation, 401K match, and comprehensive benefits from day one.

This opportunity allows collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams within the Distributed Infrastructure Market Sector, supporting substation projects and building critical infrastructure for today’s and tomorrow’s challenges. Electrical professionals contribute to power systems design by drafting deliverables such as one‑line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, front panel layouts, general arrangements, elevations, conduit/grounding plans and other details for substation projects.

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Associate Electrical Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high quality engineering 2D/3D deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects. Under general supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring general knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices, with a focus on creating and modifying electrical design drawings using advanced techniques in industry standard design tools, such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Bentley Micro Station, and other CAD tools.

• Stay current on applicable standards, systems, document control practices, departmental guides, and BV policies and procedures
• Apply knowledge of the BV Quality Program to ensure accurate, compliant deliverables
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail while supporting continuous improvement and change management initiatives
• Use and expand applications and tools to evaluate and improve methods, processes, and procedures
• Create and develop project deliverables based on a variety of design inputs
• Perform basic computations, including material quantity estimates and dimensional checks
• Coordinate deliverables with other project groups to minimize errors and interferences
• Support internal client needs while developing an understanding of external client priorities and drivers
• Proactively seek out, share, and apply knowledge of new technologies and evolving processes

Diploma or certificate preferred. Associate degree in drafting or an engineering design related technology preferred.

Typically a minimum of 2 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records search) in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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

ENT:
Engineering Technician

Black & Veatch offers flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, 401K match, tuition reimbursement, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, and a performance‑based bonus program.

Black & Veatch is an ESOP‑owned company that values diverse voices and perspectives, cultivating an inclusive environment for professionals and delivering innovative solutions for clients.

Black & Veatch complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

Nearest Major Market:
Chattanooga

Job Segment:
Drafting, Electrical Engineering, Construction, Electrical, CAD, Engineering