Support Electrical Engineer - BESS

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 91,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

AD&D insurance

ESOP ownership

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer - BESS to contribute to design and integration across BESS and related electrical systems. The role supports a diverse team delivering engineering, procurement, and construction services with a focus on renewables and data center projects.

You will work with senior engineers to perform analyses, develop designs, and mentor entry level staff while coordinating with clients and project leads in multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification and PE license pursued preferred.

Responsibilities

• Continues to learn and stays current with design guides, standards, codes and BV policies.
• Develops and can independently apply knowledge on projects; supports quality and process improvements.
• Prepares complex engineering deliverables and calculations, and manages data for engineering work.
• Ensures adherence to budget, schedule and quality requirements on assigned tasks.
• Coordinates tasks with project leadership and other team members on less complex projects.
• Interacts with clients to understand interests and drivers; supports business development.
• Mentors entry level professionals and interns as skills develop.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Job description

Date: Sep 3, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US Jacksonville, FL, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Houston, TX, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 116861

Job Title : Associate Electrical Engineer - BESS

Location : KCP, RGGREENWD, RGHOUSTON3, RGJCKSNVL

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

Visa Sponsorship Available:No

Recruiter : Dalton Garrison

The Team

Black & Veatch is Ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge technology and work with a team that moves quickly with decisions and expectations.

Our specialized team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:

• Substations
• Renewables Integration
• HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM
• Datacenters Integration
• BESS Integration

Key Responsibilities

• Continues to learn and remains current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies and procedures. Applies to assigned tasks as appropriate.
• Continues developing and can independently apply knowledge. Complies with B&V quality program relative to assigned tasks. Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
• Prepares a variety of increasingly complex engineering deliverables. Performs research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection. Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work. Prepares increasingly complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles. Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements. May recognize, define and resolve problems within assigned area. May provide direction and guidance to others.
• Assigns tasks to develop entry level professionals and interns. Coordinates with project leadership and other internal/external team members on less complex projects. Interacts as needed with other disciplines on details of design work.
• Works to understand external client's interest and drivers through regular interaction and communication. Also focuses on needs of internal clients and project leadership. May provide support to business development or pursuit activities.
• Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes.
• As skills develop, may assist with performance management process, recognition, and any corrective actions required. Actively mentors entry level professionals and interns.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification, and in pursuit of Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Consulting experience (BESS experience preferred)
• EPC execution experience
• Power system analysis experience in SKM, ETAP, or other analysis software

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. Minimum of 1 year 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.

Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering

Job Grade

015

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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.

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.

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In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $91,047.00 - $152,053.00

Nearest Major Market: Olathe

Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City

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