Electrical- Staff Engineering Technician - Substation (ACADE SDS)

 

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 Id : 113913 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

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.

The Opportunity

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician under general supervision, performs advanced functions requiring technical knowledge and use of electronic applications, standards, and document control processes/procedures in support of creating or modifying deliverables. This role will be responsible for the development of site drainage, grading, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation. 

 

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Functions in a project engineering technician capacity.  
• Under general direction, supports engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables.  
• Applies foundational engineering principles and established design practices to create moderately complex design concepts and solutions.  
• Utilizes digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables.  
• Provides technical guidance and may offer direction to other engineering professionals and technicians to ensure quality and consistency across project outputs. 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and BV policies and procedures.  
• May review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.  
• Proactively applies BV Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.  
• Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.  
• May apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Begins to apply judgment and make 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.  
• 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. Focuses on the needs of internal clients while utilizing an understanding of external client's main interests and drivers.  
• Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes .  
• May apply judgment and makes decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.

Preferred Qualifications

Diploma or Certificate preferred. Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

Typically a minimum of 5 years re