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Civil - Associate Engineering Technician - Underground Transmission Job Details

Black & Veatch, Overland Park, KS, United States


Civil - Associate Engineering Technician - Underground Transmission
Location: Overland Park, KS, US

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation

Job Type: Full-Time

Relocation Eligible: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Opportunity
The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Associate Engineering Technician under general supervision, performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles and practices in support of creating or modifying deliverables. This role will be responsible for the development of plan & profile deliverables using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation.

This role will be within the Black & Veatch Distributed Infrastructure (Grid) solution, supporting client needs related to underground transmission line projects. Basic Civil 3D experience is required with knowledge of alignments, plan/profile, and sections.

Key Responsibilities

Supports engineering teams under general supervision

Performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles and practices

Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling)

Creates, updates, and maintains technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables

Begins providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering technicians

Stays current on applicable standards, systems, document control practices, departmental guides, and BV policies and procedures

Applies knowledge of the BV Quality Program to ensure accurate, compliant deliverables

Demonstrates strong attention to detail while supporting continuous improvement and change management initiatives

Uses and expands applications and tools to evaluate and improve methods, processes, and procedures

Creates and develops project deliverables based on a variety of design inputs

Performs basic computations, including material quantity estimates and dimensional checks

Coordinates deliverables with other project groups to minimize errors and interferences

Supports internal client needs while developing an understanding of external client priorities and drivers

Proactively seeks out, shares, and applies knowledge of new technologies and evolving processes

Preferred Qualifications

Diploma or Certificate preferred.

Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

Typically a minimum of 2 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 applicable laws and regulations.

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
ENT: Engineering Technician

Job Grade
014

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits portfolio including medical, dental and vision insurance, disability, and a robust wellness program. We support a healthy work‑life balance with flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time. Additional benefits include a company‑matched 401(k) plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

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