Graduate Engineer, Electrical - Hydropower

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to join the Hydropower team in Overland Park, KS. You will address infrastructure challenges by contributing to a range of projects and learning the department’s design guides and standards.

In this role, you will support engineering deliverables, perform basic calculations, and collaborate with project leadership to meet budget, schedule, and quality targets. A bachelor’s degree in engineering and internship experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and ability to complete pre-employment onboarding (background check, drug screen, MVR) as applicable by law.
• Internship experience in electrical or hydropower projects preferred.
• Knowledge of design guides and standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems and applicable engineering codes.
• Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
• Contributes to preparation of engineering deliverables such as drawings, reports and specifications.
• Performs routine research and recommends equipment/materials.
• Collects, analyzes and manages data for engineering work.
• Prepares basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles.
• Adheres to budget, schedule and quality requirements.
• Coordinates with project leadership and team members.

Skills

Power Systems

Motors

Transformers

Renewable Energy

Power Delivery

Three-Phase Power

Problem Solving

Written Communication

Informing

Peer Relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

GPA 3.0+

Internship experience

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Standards:

Date: Oct 21, 2026
Location:
Overland Park, KS, US Chattanooga, TN, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 117698
Job Title : Graduate Engineer, Electrical - Hydropower
Location : KCP, RGCHATTAN
Business Unit Sector : COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS
Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS ELECTRICAL
Opportunity Type : College full time
Relocation eligible : Yes
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire: No
Visa Sponsorship Available:No
Recruiter : Cody Gaston

The Opportunity

As an entry-level Electrical Engineer at Black & Veatch, you will help address some of the world's most pressing infrastructure challenges. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects to meet our clients' needs and contribute to the growth and success of Black & Veatch.

You will be assigned to a functional area in our Hydropower department.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Standards:

• Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures

Quality / Continuous Improvement:

• Develops an understanding and complies with the Black and Veatch quality program
• Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts

Engineering Production:

• Contributes to preparation of less complex engineering deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope
• Performs routine research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection
• Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work
• Prepares basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in similar engineering analysis
• Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements

Project Coordination:

• Shares information with others as requested
• Coordinates with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership

Client Focus:

• Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers
• May provide support to business development or pursuit activities

Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology:

• Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework and knowledge of Power Systems, Motors, Transformers, Renewable Energy, Power Delivery, or Three Phase Power Calculations.
• Previous internship experience.
• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles, design guides and standards.
• Insights of industry trends and developing technologies.
• Fundamental knowledge of construction practices and principles.
• Skilled in Problem Solving, Written Communication, Informing, and Peer Relationships.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Minimum Qualifications

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. 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