Staff Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Black & Veatch; Rancho Cordova (CA); Híbrido; USD 120.000 - 201.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401k match

Wellness program

Flexible work

Stock ownership

Health benefits

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Black & Veatch is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design for water and wastewater projects in California. You will provide technical guidance on client standards and mentor staff across regional design centers, while building key client relationships.

The role requires a PE license (CA preferred), a Bachelor's in engineering, and about 5 years of related experience. Proficiency with SKM or ETAP and medium/low voltage systems is preferred.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent) and 5 years related work experience.
• PE license or EIT/PE registration preferred; active in CA or another US jurisdiction.

Responsabilidades

• Lead electrical design for water/wastewater projects.
• Provide technical guidance on client standards to engineering staff.
• Support business development related to electrical services.
• Build relationships with clients to understand needs and drivers.

Conocimientos

Electrical design

Water/Wastewater

Power system analysis

Client relations

Business development

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Herramientas

SKM

ETAP

Power system analysis software

Descripción del empleo

Date: Oct 8, 2026

Location: Rancho Cordova, CA, US Walnut Creek, CA, US San Jose, CA, US San Francisco, CA, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id: 113944

Opportunity Type: Staff

Relocation eligible: Yes

Full time/Part time: Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black and Veatch

Recognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work, Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day one.

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use. #L

The 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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer’s license in CA or another US jurisdiction preferred
• 5 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 5 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

Salary Plan

REG: Registered Engineering

Job Grade

016

Accessibility

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Benefits

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, 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 that success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

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.

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Compensation Range

In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $120,406.00 - $201,080.00

Nearest Major Market

Sacramento

Job Segment

Construction, Electrical, Electrical Engineering, Wastewater, Water Treatment, Engineering