Associate Overhead Transmission Line Engineer

Black & Veatch; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 99,324 - 165,876; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking an Associate Structural - Transmission Line Engineer in Burlington, MA. This role involves supporting global transmission projects by performing design engineering and analysis of transmission line work. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 1 year of relevant experience.

This position offers a hybrid work environment after the initial onboarding period and involves duties such as data collection, engineering calculations, and project coordination.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related work experience.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support global transmission projects with design engineering and analysis.
• Collect and assimilate data for engineering work and prepare calculations.
• Coordinate with project team and maintain positive client relations.

Skills

Utility-scale project experience

PLS-CADD

3D analysis and design software

Mathematics CAD design templates

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program

Job description

Position: Associate Structural - Transmission Line Engineer

Location: Burlington, MA; Greenwood Village, CO; Walnut Creek, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Rancho Cordova, CA; Bloomington, MN; Chicago, IL.

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation

Job Type: Full‑Time Staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Support global transmission projects, performing design engineering and analysis of transmission line work.
• Support large, extensive 345 kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects, including trending technologies such as HVDC and 765 kV.
• Collect and assimilate data for engineering work; perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards.
• Develop recommendations for equipment and materials; work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
• Assist with providing guidance to engineering team members; maintain positive client relations and understand client interests through effective communication with the project team.
• Assist with business development activities as required.
• Prepare and verify less complex engineering deliverables; perform research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection.
• Collect, assimilate, and manage data for engineering work; prepare engineering calculations following standard methods and principles.
• Seek guidance from supervisor or project leadership regarding design details and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Coordinate with others as assigned by supervisor or project leadership.
• Focus on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while gaining basic understanding of external client’s main interests and drivers.
• Share current knowledge of latest technology and processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and change management efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with utility‑scale projects.
• Experience with PLS‑CADD, PLS‑Pole, LPile, MFAD, Sag10 or Ultralite.
• Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software.
• Solid experience using EXCEL or similar spreadsheets and MathCAD design templates.
• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to the assigned engineering discipline.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, etc.) in compliance with applicable laws.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.

Compensation Transparency

• Colorado: $91,047–152,053
• Massachusetts: $99,324–165,876
• Illinois: $91,047–152,053
• California: $91,047–179,699
• Minnesota: $86,909–145,142

Equal Employment Opportunity

BV complies 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.