Associate Engineer- Electrical, Corporation, Dallas, TX

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 : 113365

Opportunity Type: Staff

Relocation eligible: No

Full time/Part time: Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Prepare a variety of moderately complex technical drawings, specifications, or electrical systems to ensure installation and operations conform to standards. Responsible for one‑lines, connection diagrams, power pole design, evaluation guidelines, electrical equipment procurement, bill of quantities, interconnection requirements, construction record drawings (above ground and underground design), power distribution drawings, process equipment motor control and switch gear control schematics, power equipment layout, conduit routing plans, electrical installation details.

Operate computer‑assisted engineering or design software to perform AC/DC loading calculations, ampacity calculations, battery duty cycle, battery charger, voltage drop, voltage flicker, conduit sizing, pole loading analysis, and conductor sizing for overhead and underground utility lines. Perform QA/QC checks on design projects including schematics, engineering design calculations, loading analysis, bill of materials. Coordinate with permitting or right‑of‑way departments within Co.

or client to ensure project requirements are met and provide necessary help in procuring the requirements. Confer with engineers, clients, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products to provide an engineered solution. Assign tasks to or coordinate with internal team members. Ensure compliance with Co. quality program. Support continuous improvement and change management efforts. Perform complex research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection;

design, implement and maintain substation and distribution equipment facilities components. Perform site visits, field analysis and surveying for projects to collect, assimilate and manage all the data pertaining to power conductors, poles, equipment etc. to be used in engineering phase. Assist client in the procurement of long‑lead items including poles that meet client requirements, power conductors, reclosers, etc. Adhere to schedule and quantity requirements.

Prepare cost estimates and assist with proposal/business development activities. Assist with mentoring of electrical engineers, performance management process and any corrective actions required. Work directly with clients, vendors, and subcontractors. Obtain an understanding of client interests and drivers through client communications and apply those to performance of work responsibilities, working with other disciplines as necessary to identify and coordinate necessary tasks to achieve client deliverables.

Provide engineering support during construction activities of projects by answering any technical questions and facilitating material support. Work on As‑Builts after construction of projects to make necessary updates and red‑lines that helps in project close out. Provide support to business development and pursuit activities for distribution engineering design projects by obtaining specifications and pricing from suppliers and preparing bidding documents.

No hire/fire authority.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline, plus at least 1 year of related experience. Must have experience evaluating, designing, and estimating overhead, underground, re‑conductoring, and asset replacement projects in both urban and rural environments, in compliance with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and company standards. Must have experience using pole loading…