Associate Overhead Transmission Line Structural Engineer at Black & Veatch in Cary, NC, US | Kablio

Role

Description

design engineering

transmission analysis

equipment selection

engineering calculations

data management

quality compliance

Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers
Support global transmission projects performing design engineering and analysis of transmission line work.
Support large, extensive 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects, including trending technologies like HVDC and 765kV.
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts
Performs research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection
May assist with providing guidance to engineering team members. Maintain positive client relations understanding client interests and drivers through effective communication with the project team. May assist with business development activities.
Develop recommendations for equipment and materials. Understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
Prepares and verifies less complex engineering deliverables
Seeks out supervisor or project leadership to share information and gain guidance with respect to details of design and interdisciplinary coordination
May provide support to business development or pursuit activities
Continues developing knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks
Prepares engineering calculations following standard methods and principles
Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work
Collect and assimilate data for engineering work. Perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards.

Requirements

excel

mathcad

pls-cadd

bachelor's

structural steel

1+ year

Experience with the utility-scale projects
Solid experience using EXCEL or similar spreadsheets and MathCAD design templates
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
Experience with PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, LPile, MFAD, Sag10 or Ultralite
Minimum of 1 year related work experience.
Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software
Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes
Continues to learn and remains current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures
Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline
Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements
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.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

visa sponsorship not available

Security clearance

criminal/civil background check
drug screen
motor vehicle records search

Company

Overview

1915

Year Founded

A century-old firm with a rich history.

$4.735B Revenue

2023 Annual Revenue

Generated $4.735 billion in revenue in 2023, solidifying its position as a top design firm.

100% Employee-Owned

Ownership Structure

Unique among firms of its size, ensuring a long-term focus and shared success.

100+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across six continents, showcasing vast global reach.

Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors.
The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities.
It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations.
Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.

Culture + Values

We create long-term value for our clients, communities and employees.
We embrace diversity, respect individual differences and believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
We act with integrity and deliver on our promises.
We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
We build and maintain strong relationships through trust and accountability.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by this year.

Helps clients design and implement sustainable infrastructure that reduces environmental impacts.
Focuses on renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, and energy storage.
Supports environmental stewardship in communities through responsible project planning and execution.
Enhances internal sustainability programs, such as reducing energy consumption and waste.

Inclusion & Diversity

23% Workforce

Gender Diversity Overview

This figure highlights the proportion of women in the workforce, showcasing progress toward gender representation goals.

Creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.
Commitment to improving leadership diversity with specific goals.

Articles

Careers at Black & Veatch

Sustainability

Newsroom

Role

Description

design engineering

transmission analysis

equipment selection

engineering calculations

data management

quality compliance

Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers
Support global transmission projects performing design engineering and analysis of transmission line work.
Support large, extensive 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects, including trending technologies like HVDC and 765kV.
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts
Performs research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection
May assist with providing guidance to engineering team members. Maintain positive client relations understanding client interests and drivers through effective communication with the project team. May assist with business development activities.
Develop recommendations for equipment and materials. Understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
Prepares and verifies less complex engineering deliverables
Seeks out supervisor or project leadership to share information and gain guidance with respect to details of design and interdisciplinary coordination
May provide support to business development or pursuit activities
Continues developing knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks
Prepares engineering calculations following standard methods and principles
Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work
Collect and assimilate data for engineering work. Perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards.

Requirements

excel

mathcad

pls-cadd

bachelor's

structural steel

1+ year

Experience with the utility-scale projects
Solid experience using EXCEL or similar spreadsheets and MathCAD design templates
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
Experience with PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, LPile, MFAD, Sag10 or Ultralite
Minimum of 1 year related work experience.
Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software
Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes
Continues to learn and remains current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures
Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline
Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements
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.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

visa sponsorship not available

Security clearance

criminal/civil background check
drug screen
motor vehicle records search

Company

Overview

1915

Year Founded

A century-old firm with a rich history.

$4.735B Revenue

2023 Annual Revenue

Generated $4.735 billion in revenue in 2023, solidifying its position as a top design firm.

100% Employee-Owned

Ownership Structure

Unique among firms of its size, ensuring a long-term focus and shared success.

100+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across six continents, showcasing vast global reach.

Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors.
The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities.
It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations.
Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.

Culture + Values

We create long-term value for our clients, communities and employees.
We embrace diversity, respect individual differences and believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
We act with integrity and deliver on our promises.
We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
We build and maintain strong relationships through trust and accountability.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by this year.

Helps clients design and implement sustainable infrastructure that reduces environmental impacts.
Focuses on renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, and energy storage.
Supports environmental stewardship in communities through responsible project planning and execution.
Enhances internal sustainability programs, such as reducing energy consumption and waste.

Inclusion & Diversity

23% Workforce

Gender Diversity Overview

This figure highlights the proportion of women in the workforce, showcasing progress toward gender representation goals.

Creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.
Commitment to improving leadership diversity with specific goals.

Articles

Careers at Black & Veatch

Sustainability

Newsroom