Consultant, Corrosion & Cathodic Protection

Date: Jun 28, 2026

Location: Denver, CO, US | Murrieta, CA, US | San Marcos, CA, US | Irvine, CA, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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About the Position

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.

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Why Black & 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 on day one. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. 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.

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The Opportunity

Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity to join our growing corrosion practice as part of our Infrastructure Advisory Technical Delivery team. This role supports a diverse portfolio of projects focused on pipelines, tanks, and related infrastructure across water, electric, and power generation clients.

Within our corrosion practice, we continue to see strong demand driven by aging infrastructure and the need for improved understanding of asset condition and performance. Corrosion control and cathodic protection play a critical role in extending asset life and improving system reliability.

This position provides the opportunity to:

• Contribute to meaningful projects by supporting field investigations, evaluating corrosion risks, and developing practical solutions for asset integrity and long-term performance.
• Participate in field investigations, data analysis, and engineering evaluations of infrastructure assets, supporting corrosion control and condition assessment activities for pipelines, tanks, and related facilities.
• Work closely with experienced engineers and field specialists across our national practice, gaining hands-on experience in cathodic protection systems, condition assessment technologies, and data-driven decision making.
• Contribute to delivering projects for a wide range of clients, including water, electric, and power generation utilities.
• Work in both field and office environments, developing practical and analytical skills in corrosion engineering and cathodic protection systems.
• Build technical depth while contributing to project delivery for a wide range of clients.

This is a strong opportunity for individuals with experience or interest in corrosion engineering and cathodic protection to further develop their technical skills, expand their exposure to infrastructure systems, and grow within a collaborative, high-performing team.

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The Team

Black & Veatch’s Infrastructure Advisory Business provides a portfolio of solutions focused on the asset lifecycle, including Asset Management & Operations & Maintenance, Infrastructure Technology, Cybersecurity solutions, Planning and Transactions. In this role, you will be part of the Consulting Team supporting Solutions including Condition Assessment, Maintenance Management, and Strategic Asset Management.

The Consultant Team is a diverse team of professionals who are given a wide range of technical projects and skills to equip them to have a solid foundation and move into a specific career track as they advance and develop their skills and capabilities.

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Key Responsibilities

• Perform field activities related to condition assessment and corrosion control, including testing of pipelines, tanks, and associated facilities.
• Conduct and support cathodic protection system testing, evaluation, and troubleshooting.
• Analyze field data and assist in developing technical recommendations and reports.
• Support design and evaluation of new and existing corrosion monitoring and CP systems.
• Coordinate field logistics and assist with resolving field-related challenges.
• Organize and interpret asset and inspection data to support engineering decisions.
• Communicate technical findings clearly through reports and client interactions.

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Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

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Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience
• 4+ years of experience with corrosion control, condition assessment, or similar infrastructure work
• AMPP/NACE CP certification (CP-2 or above)
• Familiar with field testing methods such as Wenner 4-pin soil resistivity, Close Interval Survey (CIS), Structure-to-electrolyte potentials, Stray current testing and interference evaluation, Non-welded pipeline electrical continuity test, CP system survey and troubleshooting.
• Masters degree
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Experience with cathodic protection system design
• Experience working in a consulting environment
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Ability to travel approximately 15%
• Strong communication and organizational skills

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience
• 4+ years experience in a business/consulting environment

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Certifications

• NACE/AMPP Certified

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Work Environment/Physical Demands

This position will be based out of Black & Veatch office location within the United States. Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments. This position will require individuals to work within confined spaces at times.

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Competencies

• Action oriented
• Interpersonal savvy
• Customer focus

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Salary Plan

CST: Consulting

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Job Grade

016

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We Offer

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe, and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of that success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries, and its affiliated companies, comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

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In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $103,147.00 - $172,271.00

Nearest Major Market: Denver

Job Segment: Engineer, Electrical, Engineering

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