Associate Electrical Engineer - Distribution

About the Position

We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer - Distribution to join our team at Black & Veatch Family of Companies. As an employee-owned company, we empower our people to grow, explore new possibilities, and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world.

Responsibilities

As an Associate Electrical Distribution Engineer, you will:

• Develop electrical distribution deliverables (up to 34.5kV) from design through execution
• Prepare equipment specifications and Bills of Materials (BOM) for procurement and construction
• Correspond with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
• Potentially travel to client and vendor offices and/or project sites for design reviews, construction coordination, and field verification
• Adhere to and/or prepare design budgets and schedules
• Perform QA/QC responsibilities

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards including NESC and NEC
• Working knowledge of interdisciplinary project coordination: procurement, subcontract administration, permitting, real estate and land acquisition, and construction support
• Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates

Nice to Have

• Experienced in design services for overhead and underground distribution line projects for investor-owned utilities in the United States
• Experienced in design of overhead and underground distribution projects (4kV-34.5kV)
• Good communication skills and interest in engaging with clients to grow relationships

We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• 401k match and benefits that start day one
• Hybrid work environment
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time
• Company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union
• Performance-based bonus program
• Opportunity to be part of a 100 percent ESOP-owned company

About the Company

Black & Veatch is ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers, and distributed infrastructure.

Locations

• Ann Arbor, MI, US
• Cary, NC, US
• College Station, TX, US
• Orlando, FL, US
• Houston, TX, US

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