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Graduate Engineer, Electrical - Substation

Job in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, California, 94598, USA
Listing for: Black & Veatch
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-01-05
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Graduate Engineer, Electrical - Substation

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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 : 112656

Opportunity Type: College full time

Relocation eligible: Yes

Full time/Part time: Full‑Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

The Opportunity

As an entry‑level Electrical Engineer at Black & Veatch, you will help address some of the world’s most pressing infrastructure challenges. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects to meet our clients’ needs and contribute to the growth and success of Black & Veatch. You will be assigned to a functional area in our Substation department.

Potential office locations:

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Walnut Creek, CA
Key Responsibilities Engineering Standards
  • Develop familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black & Veatch policies and procedures.
Quality / Continuous Improvement
  • Develop an understanding and comply with the Black & Veatch quality program.
  • Support continuous improvement and change management efforts.
Engineering Production
  • Contribute to preparation of less complex engineering deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope.
  • Perform routine research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection.
  • Collect, assimilate, and manage data for engineering work.
  • Prepare basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in similar engineering analysis.
  • Understand and adhere to budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
Project Coordination
  • Share information with others as requested.
  • Coordinate with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership.
Client Focus
  • Focus on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client’s main interests and drivers.
  • May provide support to business development or pursuit activities.
Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology
  • Share current knowledge of latest technology and processes.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Coursework and knowledge of Power Systems, Motors, Transformers, Renewable Energy, Power Delivery, or Three Phase Power Calculations.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
  • Previous internship experience.
  • Basic knowledge of engineering design principles, design guides and standards.
  • Insight into industry trends and developing technologies.
  • Fundamental knowledge of construction practices and principles.
  • Skilled in problem solving, written communication, informing, and peer relationships.
Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work

Environment

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

Salary Plan

ENG:
Engineering

Job Grade

014

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