Senior Substation Designer (Hybrid Work)

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job description

Job Overview

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Senior Substation Designer functions in a senior lead engineering technician capacity. Under general direction, modify or create deliverables and perform assignments of a design nature by applying basic engineering principles and established design practices to develop complex design concepts. Provide technical guidance and may provide direction to other engineering professionals. The ideal candidate will have advanced experience with AutoDesk Inventor (SDS) and advanced experience with physical substation design (AIS and/or GIS).

Work Arrangement

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Standards

• Pro-activate provides guidance and direction by utilizing knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and Black & Veatch policies and procedures
• Reviews project requirements and accurately determines the correct format and contents of the required deliverables

Quality / Continuous Improvement

• Promotes quality within project/group/section
• Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency
• Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project
• Responsible for drawing control and historical records, utilizing the appropriate method, as established by the project
• Demonstrates personal accuracy and drives continual improvement and change management efforts

Engineering Production

• Applies basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables
• Applies judgment and makes decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation
• Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance to other professionals
• Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records
• Uses advanced applications (e.g., modeling and design software) in performance of work provided
• May review the deliverables of others
• May define work assignments and maintain schedules
• May program control systems or participate in other plant start‑up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise

Project Coordination

• Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development
• May support field activities
• May communicate project design requirements, progress and schedules

Client Focus

• Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances
• May communicate client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns

Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology

• May assist discipline or department management in developing and communicating appropriate design standards and process improvement activities
• Identify training and development needs for personnel they supervise
• May be recognized for expertise in one or more areas

People Management (supervision - career development - developing professionals, mentoring)

• Typically assists with functions including performance management process, recognition, and corrective actions
• May participate in career planning and learning and development
• Supervises engineering technicians, including mentoring, instructing, delegation of work and providing feedback

Resource Management (staffing)

• May assist in monitoring staffing levels and available skill sets for project(s)
• Assists in identifying resource application needs and process requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred
• Bachelor Degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred
• Typically a minimum of 8-11 years related work experience
• Learning on the Fly
• Problem Solving
• Perseverance
• Patience
• Time Management
• Drive for Results
• Self Development
• Listening
• Informing
• Ability to use the appropriate electronic applications and programs required for performing assignments, including but not limited to CADD, other electronic applications, information modeling and document storage systems
• Advanced experience with AutoDesk Inventor (SDS)
• Advanced experience with physical substation design (AIS and/or GIS)
• Intermediate knowledge of schematics, wiring, and panel fronts
• Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and Black & Veatch policies and procedures
• Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends
• Advanced knowledge of other disciplines
• Basic knowledge of construction & constructability practices & principles
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides related to assigned engineering discipline
• Basic knowledge of procurement & contract administration

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically a minimum of 11 years related work experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits starting day one
• Health care benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability insurance and a robust wellness program
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation, holiday time, sick time and dependent sick time
• Company‑matched 401(k) plan
• Adoption reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vendor discounts
• Employment referral program
• Accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Pre‑taxed accounts (e.g., HSA, FSA)
• Voluntary legal plan
• B&V Credit Union membership
• Performance‑based bonus program (eligibility may apply)

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.