Senior Substation Designer

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Standards:

Date:
May 19, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US;
Cary, NC, US;
Houston, TX, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Senior Substation Designer functions in a senior lead engineering technician capacity. Under general direction, the role modifies or creates deliverables and performs assignments of a design nature by applying basic engineering principles and established design practices to develop complex design concepts. The senior designer provides technical guidance and may lead other engineering professionals. The ideal candidate will have advanced experience with AutoCAD Electrical (SDS) and with Protection & Controls drawings (AIS and/or GIS).

• Pro-activate provides guidance and direction by utilizing knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and Black & Veatch policies and procedures.
• Reviews project requirements and accurately determines the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.

• Promotes quality within project/group/section.
• Reviews design inputs to ensure consistency.
• Assists in ensuring deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
• Responsible for drawing control and historical records, utilizing the appropriate method, as established by the project.
• Demonstrates personal accuracy and drives continual improvement and change management efforts.

• Applies basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables.
• Applies judgment and makes decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
• Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance to other professionals.
• Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records.
• Uses advanced applications (e.g., modeling and design software) in performance of work provided.
• May review the deliverables of others.
• May define work assignments and maintain schedules.
• May program control systems or participate in other plant start‑up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise.

• Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development.
• May support field activities.
• May communicate project design requirements, progress and schedules.

• Assists in identifying key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances.
• May communicate client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns.

• May assist discipline or department management in developing and communicating appropriate design standards and process improvement activities.
• Identifies training and development needs for personnel they supervise.
• May be recognized for expertise in one or more areas.

• Typically assists with functions including performance management process, recognition, and corrective actions.
• May participate in career planning and learning and development.
• Supervises engineering technicians, including mentoring, instructing, delegation of work and providing feedback.

• May assist in monitoring staffing levels and available skill sets for project(s).
• Assists in identifying resource application needs and process requirements.

Associate degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.

Typically a minimum of 8‑11 years related work experience.

Preferred Non-Technical

Skills:

Learning on the Fly, Problem Solving, Perseverance, Patience, Time Management, Drive for Results, Self Development, Listening, Informing.

Preferred Technical

Skills:

• Ability to use the appropriate electronic applications and programs required for performing…