Senior Project Engineering Manager - Substation

Date:
Jun 8, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS;
Austin, TX;
Atlanta, GA;
Tualatin, OR;
Chattanooga, TN;
Ann Arbor, MI;
Orlando, FL;
Cary, NC;
Dallas, TX;
Houston, TX;
Phoenix, AZ

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

As the Senior Substation Project Engineering Manager, you will:

• Lead a multi‑discipline team of engineers and technicians

• Manage diverse and challenging projects across our portfolio of design services and EPC programs

• Oversee design quality, budget, and schedule

• Support client interaction, proposals, and business development

Black & Veatch is ranked #4 overall in Power by Engineering News‑Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team focuses on advanced manufacturing, generative AI computing, gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers, and distributed infrastructure. The team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction services in the following areas:

• Substations
• Renewables Integration
• HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM
• Datacenters Integration
• BESS Integration

• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects
• Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations
• Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
• Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
• Establish a workplan to be applied to a project

• Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects
• Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
• Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
• Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision

• Lead large multi‑discipline teams to meet project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership for complex Substation projects
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals

• Reviews lower‑level engineering work or assignments
• Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates

• P.E. License highly preferred
• Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services substation and switchyard projects for investor‑owned utilities in the United States
• Experience in design of substation facilities with strong understanding of overall project lifecycle, layout design and optimization, relay protection & control, civil/structural designs, and technical knowledge of major equipment associated with substation facilities
• Good communication skills and interest in engaging with clients to grow relationships
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
• Working knowledge of procurement process and contract administration
• Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program in the applicant’s country of practice
• Minimum of 11 years related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Most positions require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or to be in active pursuit of such registration. Additional registration may be required when practicing or on assignment in a different country. Exceptions may be approved by division management on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments
• Ability to utilize audio/video‑conferencing software tools for internal/external communication
• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time
• Travel to client sites

Black & Veatch offers a comprehensive benefits portfolio that includes…