Associate Transmission Line Engineer – 345kV & HVDC

Black & Veatch Corporation; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation is seeking an Associate Structural - Transmission Line Engineer to support global transmission projects with design engineering and analysis of transmission line work. The role involves 345kV+ rebuilds, HVDC/765kV considerations, data collection, and budget-conscious decision making.

You will work within BV Operations, collaborating across teams and contributing to client relations while developing technical leadership and ensuring quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Experience with utility-scale projects is preferred.
• Proficient with PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, LPile, MFAD, Sag10 or Ultralite.
• Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with MathCAD design templates.
• Sound knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides.

Responsibilities

• Support global transmission projects performing design engineering and analysis of transmission line work.
• Support large 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects, including HVDC and 765kV.
• Collect and assimilate data for engineering work; perform calculations per standards.
• Develop recommendations for equipment and materials within budget and schedule.
• Provide guidance to engineering team members and assist with client relations and business development.

Skills

Utility-scale projects

PLS-CADD

PLS-Pole

LPile

MFAD

Sag10

Ultralite

3D analysis

Excel

MathCAD

Engineering design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Black & Veatch Corporation is seeking an Associate Structural - Transmission Line Engineer to support global transmission projects with design engineering and analysis of transmission line work. The role involves 345kV+ rebuilds, HVDC/765kV considerations, data collection, and budget-conscious decision making.

You will work within BV Operations, collaborating across teams and contributing to client relations while developing technical leadership and ensuring quality deliverables.