Project Engineering Manager - Substation

Project Engineering Manager – Substation

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Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee‑owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity’s biggest challenges in an ever‑evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, we are building a world of difference.

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation
Req : 112107
Opportunity Type: Staff
Relocation eligible: Yes
Full time/Part time: Full‑Time
Project Only Hire: No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch – 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.
Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.

As the Substation Project Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead a multi‑discipline team of engineers and technicians
• Manage diverse and challenging projects across our portfolio of design services and EPC programs
• Oversee design quality, budget, and schedule
• Support client interaction, proposals, and business development

Black & Veatch is ranked #4 overall in Power by Engineering News‑Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team focuses on advanced manufacturing, data centers and distributed infrastructure. By joining our market sector you will be involved in cutting‑edge technology and work with a fast‑moving team.

Specialized capabilities include:

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

• 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

• 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

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

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

• P.E. License highly preferred
• Experience managing 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 major equipment.
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records).

Most positions will typically require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration.…