Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection Details | Family of Companies

Position: Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies
** Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection*
* Date:
Jan 27, 2026

Location:

Denver, CO, 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  :
** 113098

** 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.
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** The Opportunity*
* In this role, you may have the opportunity to:

+ Develop protective setpoints per industry standards, best practices and client requirements.

+ Work with system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM).

+ Develop downloadable setpoint files on multiple propietary relay manufacturer software platforms (SEL AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, etc.).

+ Develop and manipulate logic commonly utilized in protection and control schemes.

This opportunity is located in
** Denver, CO** .

** Key Responsibilities*
* + Continues to learn and remains current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies and procedures. Applies to assigned tasks as appropriate.

+ Continues developing and can independently apply knowledge. Complies with B&V quality program relative to assigned tasks. Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.

+ Prepares a variety of increasingly complex engineering deliverables. Performs research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection. Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work. Prepares increasingly complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles. Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements. May recognize, define and resolve problems within assigned area. May provide direction and guidance to others.

+ Assigns tasks to develop entry level professionals and interns. Coordinates with project leadership and other internal/external team members on less complex projects. Interacts as needed with other disciplines on details of design work.

+ Works to understand external client's interest and drivers through regular interaction and communication. Also focuses on needs of internal clients and project leadership. May provide support to business development or pursuit activities.

+ Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes.

+ As skills develop, may assist with performance management process, recognition, and any corrective actions required. Actively mentors entry level professionals and interns.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + 1-4 years of experience in Transmission industry.

+ Understanding of basic Protection & Control design concepts including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring, etc.

+ 1 year of experience in development of protective relay settings (line, transformer, breaker, bus, etc.).

+ Familiarity with commonly utilized system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, etc.).

+ Knowledge of the predominant protection schemes and philosophies which are encountered in Transmission,…