Project Engineering Manager - Substation 1

Black & Veatch; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Hybrid; USD 114,933 - 191,940; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Substation Project Engineering Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team in Bloomington, MN. You'll manage complex substation projects, ensuring design quality and overseeing client interactions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably with a P.E. License. Competitive compensation and a hybrid work environment are offered, along with extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
• P.E. License highly preferred.
• Experience managing EPC projects for investor owned utilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians.
• Manage complex substation projects, overseeing design quality.
• Support client interaction, proposals, and business development.

Skills

Complex engineering deliverables preparation

Project budget and schedule management

Client communication

Engineering design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Date: Jun 8, 2026

Location: Bloomington, MN; Walnut Creek, CA; Irvine, CA; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Burlington, MA

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Substation Project Engineering Manager

The Opportunity: Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians, manage complex substation projects, oversee design quality, budget and schedule, and support client interaction, proposals, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega 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

Client Interface

• Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects
• Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
• Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
• Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision

Technical Expertise

• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership for complex substation projects
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals

Management Responsibilities

• Review lower-level engineering work or assignments
• Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates

Preferred Qualifications

• P.E. License highly preferred
• Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services substation and switchyard projects for investor owned utilities in the United States
• Experience in design of substation facilities with strong understanding of overall project lifecycle, layout design and optimization, relay protection & control, civil/structural designs, and technical knowledge of major equipment associated with substation facilities
• Good communication skills and interest in engaging with clients to grow relationships
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
• Working knowledge of procurement process and contract administration
• Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program in the home country or in the country of practice
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements

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
• Ability to utilize audio/videoconferencing software tools for internal/external communication
• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time
• Travel to client sites

Compensation Transparency

• California: $125,879 - $237,640
• Massachusetts: $131,352 - $219,360
• Colorado: $120,406 - $201,080
• Minnesota: $114,933 - $191,940
• Illinois: $120,406 - $201,080

Benefits

Competitive compensation, 401k match, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), disability coverage, robust wellness program, flexible schedules, paid vacation and holidays, sick leave, dependent sick leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and company credit union. Performance‑based bonus program may be available.

Employer Commitment

Black & Veatch is a 100 percent ESOP‑owned company that values diverse voices and strives for an inclusive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, 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.