Advanced Power Generation Business Analyst Job Details | Black & Veatch Family o
Black & Veatch, Houston, TX, United States
Advanced Power Generation Business Analyst
Date: Apr 24, 2026
Location: Overland Park, KS, US; Denver, CO, US; Gaithersburg, MD, US; Chattanooga, TN, US; Ann Arbor, MI, US; Atlanta, GA, US; Houston, TX, US; Cary, NC, US; Phoenix, AZ, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
The Opportunity
Lead structural design engineering and analysis on substation scopes
Collect and assimilate data for engineering work. Perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards.
Develop recommendations for equipment and materials. Understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
May assist with providing guidance to engineering team members. Maintain positive client relations understanding client interests and drivers through effective communication with the project team. May assist with business development activities.
Function as a technical specialist and/or in a lead role. With minimal supervision, apply advanced engineering techniques and analyses for problems and methods. Expand knowledge and skill set in area of discipline. May start to expand knowledge in other disciplines and/or functional areas.
Key Responsibilities
Execute structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of supporting structures and foundations for substation equipment and other energy infrastructure. Lead the structural efforts on Engineering Services and EPC substation projects. Generate project‑specific specifications and assist with procurement process. Supervise structural engineers (both in the US and in overseas offices) and work with structural technicians in preparation of structural drawings and specifications. Is responsible for leading production teams and serving as the responsible charge for projects. Perform construction phase engineering duties such as site visits, responding to RFIs, and review of contractor submittals. Perform project administrative tasks, which may include any/all of the following: preparation of design fee estimates, monitoring progress against budget and schedule, management of project changes, and implementation of Black & Veatch Quality Control requirements. Coordinate work with other discipline engineers. Provide guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies. Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating engineering standards. Provide technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines. Support continuous improvement efforts. Provide guidance and direction to others. Implement resource management strategy including managing resources for a small group.
Preferred Qualifications
Active PE License. Intermediate knowledge of structural engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards. Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software such as RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, or equivalent. Basic foundation design experience using analysis and design software such as LPile, RISA Foundation, SP‑Mats, etc. Experience performing structural connection and miscellaneous calculations using MS Excel and/or Mathcad. Written Communications, Drive for Results, Priority Setting, Planning, Delegation, Directing Others, Conflict Management, Informing, Listening, Dealing with Ambiguity, and Building Effective Teams. The following experience would be a plus (but not required) based on work anticipated from the client(s): Experience with the design of utility‑scale electrical substations, energy, renewables, or similar fields. Structural design of electrical substation steel structures and their foundations. Provides business analytics and direction to leaders for informed decision making.
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 5 years 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.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Black & Veatch offers flexibility to make the things that are most important to you a priority. Hybrid work approach allows employees to work two days a week from other locations. This opportunity may be located in any of our US office locations. Some positions may be relocation eligible.
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
GMT: General Management
Job Grade
017
Nearest Major Market
Olathe
Nearest Secondary Market
Kansas City
Job Segment
Structural Engineer, Electrical, Design Engineer, Engineer, Engineering
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Date: Apr 24, 2026
Location: Overland Park, KS, US; Denver, CO, US; Gaithersburg, MD, US; Chattanooga, TN, US; Ann Arbor, MI, US; Atlanta, GA, US; Houston, TX, US; Cary, NC, US; Phoenix, AZ, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
The Opportunity
Lead structural design engineering and analysis on substation scopes
Collect and assimilate data for engineering work. Perform research and prepare calculations in accordance with Black & Veatch and industry standards.
Develop recommendations for equipment and materials. Understand and work successfully within budget, project schedule, and quality requirements.
May assist with providing guidance to engineering team members. Maintain positive client relations understanding client interests and drivers through effective communication with the project team. May assist with business development activities.
Function as a technical specialist and/or in a lead role. With minimal supervision, apply advanced engineering techniques and analyses for problems and methods. Expand knowledge and skill set in area of discipline. May start to expand knowledge in other disciplines and/or functional areas.
Key Responsibilities
Execute structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of supporting structures and foundations for substation equipment and other energy infrastructure. Lead the structural efforts on Engineering Services and EPC substation projects. Generate project‑specific specifications and assist with procurement process. Supervise structural engineers (both in the US and in overseas offices) and work with structural technicians in preparation of structural drawings and specifications. Is responsible for leading production teams and serving as the responsible charge for projects. Perform construction phase engineering duties such as site visits, responding to RFIs, and review of contractor submittals. Perform project administrative tasks, which may include any/all of the following: preparation of design fee estimates, monitoring progress against budget and schedule, management of project changes, and implementation of Black & Veatch Quality Control requirements. Coordinate work with other discipline engineers. Provide guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies. Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating engineering standards. Provide technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines. Support continuous improvement efforts. Provide guidance and direction to others. Implement resource management strategy including managing resources for a small group.
Preferred Qualifications
Active PE License. Intermediate knowledge of structural engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards. Basic structural steel and concrete experience using 3D analysis and design software such as RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, or equivalent. Basic foundation design experience using analysis and design software such as LPile, RISA Foundation, SP‑Mats, etc. Experience performing structural connection and miscellaneous calculations using MS Excel and/or Mathcad. Written Communications, Drive for Results, Priority Setting, Planning, Delegation, Directing Others, Conflict Management, Informing, Listening, Dealing with Ambiguity, and Building Effective Teams. The following experience would be a plus (but not required) based on work anticipated from the client(s): Experience with the design of utility‑scale electrical substations, energy, renewables, or similar fields. Structural design of electrical substation steel structures and their foundations. Provides business analytics and direction to leaders for informed decision making.
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 5 years 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.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Black & Veatch offers flexibility to make the things that are most important to you a priority. Hybrid work approach allows employees to work two days a week from other locations. This opportunity may be located in any of our US office locations. Some positions may be relocation eligible.
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
GMT: General Management
Job Grade
017
Nearest Major Market
Olathe
Nearest Secondary Market
Kansas City
Job Segment
Structural Engineer, Electrical, Design Engineer, Engineer, Engineering
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