Associate Engineer - Electrical, Corporation, Walnut Creek, CA

Position: Associate Engineer - Electrical, Black & Veatch Corporation, Walnut Creek, CA
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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req  : 113362

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No


Duties


Function as a technical specialist and independently execute power system studies using advanced industry software such as ETAP and SKM. Conduct a broad range of power system studies and calculations such as short circuit, load flow, arc flash, harmonics, and protective device coordination for solar, BESS, conventional generation facilities, and water / wastewater facilities. Independently apply knowledge and interpretation about departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies and procedures.

Evaluate the Client's main interests and drivers, manage engineering data and calculations, assist project managers in business development or pursuit activities including proposal development, support continuous improvement and change management efforts. Confer with engineers, Clients, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering solutions. Daily tasks include research, design, and communication with other project team members. No Hire / Fire Authority.

Applicants for this position must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require employer sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H-1B visa, TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).


Requirements


Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or related discipline plus at least 1 year of related experience. Related experience must include performing studies including Short Circuit (Fault) Studies, Load Flow Studies, Harmonic Studies, Arc Flash Studies, and Coordination Studies. Must have experience with commonly utilized system modeling software programs ETAP and SKM. Must have experience with Auxiliary Power System design including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, and wiring.

Must have experience with Auxiliary Power Systems and philosophies which are encountered in Generation facilities, Water / Wastewater facilities, and industrial facilities. Must have experience with Bluebeam Revu, Project Wise Explorer, and Microsoft 365. Must have experience with IEEE standards and other commonly utilized industry standards. Must have experience independently developing written communication and facilitating coordination with team members and clients.

Must have experience working cooperatively in a team environment. Must have experience adhering to project schedules, budgets, and scope of work. This position allows for telecommuting within standard commuting distance from the Black and Veatch Walnut Creek, CA office. National travel required up to 10% of the time. Must have good written and verbal communications skills in English. 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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