Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection
Date: Sep 24, 2025
Location:
Overland Park, KS, US Cary, NC, US Ann Arbor, MI, US Houston, TX, US Dallas, TX, US Phoenix, AZ, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 111305
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : Yes
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black and 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. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day one.
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The Opportunity
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Develop protective setpoints per industry standards, best practices and client requirements.
Work with system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM).
Develop downloadable setpoint files on multiple propietary relay manufacturer software platforms (SEL AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, etc.).
Develop and manipulate logic commonly utilized in protection and control schemes.
The ideal candidate will be located or willing to relocate to our World Headquarters in Overland Park, KS (Kansas City), or one of the following Regional Office Locations: Phoenix, AZ; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Ann Arbor, MI; Raleigh, NC.
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
Two years of experience in Transmission, Distribution or Power Generation industry.
Two years of experience in development of protective relay settings.
Understanding of basic Protection & Control Design concepts, including one lines, three lines, schematics, wiring, etc.
Familiarity with commonly utilized system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, etc.).
Knowledge of the predominant protection schemes and philosophies which are encountered in Transmission, Distribution and Renewable Collector Substations.
Familiarity with Mathcad and Excel software for protective setting calculations.
Familiarity with commonly utilized communication protocols (DNP, SEL, MMS, Modbus, etc.).
Knowledge of IEC 61850 (GOOSE, MMS, SV) and its implementation.
Familiarity with commonly deployed protective relays in substation environments (microprocessor, electronic, and electromechanical).
Ability to develop protective setpoints per industry standards, best practices, and client requirements.
Ability to independently develop downloadable setpoint files on multiple proprietary relay manufacturer software platforms. (SEL AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, etc.)
Ability to develop and manipulate logic commonly utilized in protection and control schemes.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
Salary Plan
ENG: Engineering
Job Grade
015
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