Graduate Engineer, Structural - Water

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Flexible work schedules

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Black & Veatch seeks an entry-level Structural Engineer (Water Department) to contribute to infrastructure projects in Overland Park, KS. You will participate in preparing basic deliverables, perform routine analyses, and support data collection while aligning with project budgets and schedules.

You will work in a hybrid environment with opportunities for flexible schedules, and you will grow through diverse projects across engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, MVR search) in compliance with laws/regulations.
• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, and policies.
• Develop understanding and comply with the Black & Veatch quality program; support continuous improvement.
• Contribute to preparation of less complex engineering deliverables (drawings, reports, specs, studies).
• Perform routine research and develop equipment/material recommendations.
• Collect, assimilate, and manage data for engineering work; prepare basic engineering calculations.
• Understand and adhere to budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Share information with others as requested; coordinate with others when directed by supervisor/project leadership.
• Focus on internal client needs while understanding external client drivers; may support business development.

Skills

Learning on the Fly

Problem Solving

Intellectual Horsepower

Written Communications

Drive For Results

Informing

Listening

Dealing with Ambiguity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

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 Non-Technical Skills:

• Learning on the Fly . Problem Solving
• Intellectual Horsepower
• Written Communications
• Drive For Results
• Informing
• Listening
• Dealing with Ambiguity

Preferred Technical Skills:

• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline
• Basic industry knowledge and technology trends
• Basic knowledge of company quality program
• Basic knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles

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 and regulations.

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

Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering

Job Grade

014

Date: Sep 4, 2026Location: Overland Park, KS, USCompany: Black & Veatch Family of CompaniesTogether, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.Company : Black & Veatch CorporationReq Id : 116863Opportunity Type :College full timeRelocation eligible :YesFull time/Part time :Full-TimeProject Only Hire :NoVisa Sponsorship Available:NoWhy Black & Veatch?At Black & Veatch, you'll be part of work that matters-designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution. We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives. You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines. Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together. With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you'll build a career you can proud to stand behind.

As an entry-level Structural Engineer (Water Department) at Black & Veatch, you will play a meaningful role in addressing some of the world’s most critical infrastructure challenges. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to diverse, impactful projects that support our clients’ goals while fostering your professional growth and advancing the success of Black & Veatch.

Chosen candidates will be located in/or relocate to Overland Park, KS.

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

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