Associate Electrical Engineer - Distribution

The Associate Electrical Engineer - Distribution role focuses on delivering electrical distribution design from concept through execution up to 34.5 kV, including equipment specifications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), coordination with clients and vendors, and support for budgets and QA/QC.

Location

Ann Arbor, MI (hybrid)

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellness program
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Dependent sick time
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• Adoption reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vendor discounts
• Employment referral program
• AD&D insurance
• Pre-taxed accounts
• Voluntary legal plan
• BV Credit Union
• Performance-based bonus program
• 100% ESOP-owned

The Opportunity

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

The Team

• Substations
• Renewables Integration
• HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM
• Datacenters Integration
• BESS Integration

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering deliverables for multiple projects
• Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations
• Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
• Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
• Apply knowledge and comply with Black and Veatch quality program for assigned tasks
• Ensure compliance with the quality program while performing internal QA technical reviews
• Provide guidance to others from the same project and discipline
• Support continuous improvement and change management efforts
• Interface directly with clients, vendors and subcontractors
• Identify key client interests and drivers for projects
• Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
• Support business development or pursuit activities
• Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision
• Prepare a variety of complex engineering deliverables
• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership for Distribution Line projects
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program in the home country or the country where the professional is practicing
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

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

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based on manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments. Ability to utilize audio/video conferencing software tools for internal and external communication. Sitting, standing, and computer usage for extended periods.

Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering

Job Grade

015