Graduate Engineer, Electrical - EDGE - Substation
Date: Mar 30, 2026
Location:
Walnut Creek, CA, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 114133
Opportunity Type : College full time
Relocation eligible : Yes
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
The Opportunity
As an entry-level Electrical Engineer at Black & Veatch, you will help address some of the world's most pressing infrastructure challenges. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects to meet our clients' needs and contribute to the growth and success of Black & Veatch. You will be assigned to a functional area in our Substation department.
Black & Veatch's EDGE Program is a multi-year rotational experience designed to accelerate early-career growth. Participants rotate through 3-4 roles across different business areas - including one field assignment - to gain a full view of the project lifecycle. It's a launchpad for future leaders looking to explore career paths, gain hands-on experience, and learn directly from senior mentors. With quarterly development sessions focused on leadership and innovation, you'll build a strong foundation for long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Standards:
Develops familiarity by reading, understanding and applying departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies and procedures
Quality / Continuous Improvement:
Develops an understanding and complies with the Black and Veatch quality program
Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts
Engineering Production:
Contributes to preparation of less complex engineering deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope
Performs routine research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection
Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work
Prepares basic engineering calculations following standard methods and principles used in similar engineering analysis
Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements
Project Coordination:
Shares information with others as requested
Coordinates with others when directed by supervisor or project leadership
Client Focus:
Focuses on the needs of internal clients (project team leadership) while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers
May provide support to business development or pursuit activities
Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology:
Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework and knowledge of Power Systems, Motors, Transformers, Renewable Energy, Power Delivery, or Three Phase Power Calculations
Previous internship experience
Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
Must have less than 2 years of professional engineering or construction experience (internships do not count toward years of experience)
Basic knowledge of engineering design principles, design guides and standards
Insights of industry trends and developing technologies
Fundamental knowledge of construction practices and principles
Skilled in Problem Solving, Written Communication, Informing, and Peer Relationships
Intermittent travel to project sites
Short-term and long-term relocation to project sites and regional offices
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. 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. All applicants must have work authorization and will not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Work Environment
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
014
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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and 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.
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In accordance with local law, the following Annualcompensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $83,000.00- $114,471.00
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