Senior Registered Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Black & Veatch; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 156,299 - 261,008; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Adoption reimbursement

Vendor discounts

AD&D insurance

Voluntary legal plan

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Senior Registered Electrical Engineer in Chicago, IL, to lead electrical design for water/wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will have over 11 years of experience, a PE License, and familiarity with medium and low voltage power distribution.

This role offers competitive compensation starting from $156,299. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401K match from day one and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Requires a Professional Engineer’s license in IL or another US jurisdiction.
• 11+ years in electrical design, planning and construction services.
• Experience in client-facing/business development roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead Electrical design for water/wastewater projects.
• Provide technical guidance on client standards.
• Support business development related to enhanced Electrical services.

Skills

Electrical design

Medium and low voltage distribution

Client-facing experience

Power system analysis

Consulting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Date: May 27, 2026

Location: Chicago, IL, US

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id: 114712

Job Title: Senior Registered Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Location: RGCHCG

Business Unit Sector: COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS

Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS ELECTRICAL

Opportunity Type: Staff

Relocation eligible: No

Full time/Part time: Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Recruiter: Dalton Garrison

Opportunity

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead Electrical design for water/wastewater projects
• Provide technical guidance on client standards and expectations to engineering and technician staff in the regional design centers that are supporting project detailed design
• Serve as technical expert in electrical power distribution and miscellaneous plant electrical systems for client consultations
• Support business development related to enhanced Electrical services
• Build business relationships with clients to understand needs and drivers

Additional Project Opportunities

• Studies – Energy Optimization, Power System Coordination and Arc Flash Hazard Analysis, and Electrical Reliability Analysis
• Construction inspection and resolution of electrical construction issues
• Coordination with local electrical utilities on project technical needs
• Review of supplier submittals
• Act as a liaison between the local design team, client and remote design teams for Instrumentation and Control design
• Startup and testing of major electrical equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer’s license in IL or another US jurisdiction
• 11+ years in electrical design, planning and construction services
• Consulting and Water/Wastewater experience preferred
• Experience in medium and low voltage power distribution equipment, including variable frequency drives and standby diesel generators
• Experience in a client-facing/business development role
• Power system analysis experience in SKM, ETAP, or other analysis software a plus

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 or equivalent experience in Engineering work. Minimum of 11 years related work experience. 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.

Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.

Certifications

PE License required

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day one. A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company matched 401k plan, adoption 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.

In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $156,299.00 - $261,008.00

Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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