Substation- Engineering Technician 6- Kansas City Hybrid

Company: Black & Veatch
Location: Paramus
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Substation- Engineering Technician 6- Kansas City Hybrid
Date: Feb 28, 2023
Location:
US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 96009
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black and Veatch
Black and 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 and benefits that start day one. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black and Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.
The Opportunity
The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Engineering Technician 6, functions in a senior lead engineering technician capacity.
In this role you will have the opportunity to:

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  Under general direction, modify or create deliverables and perform assignments of a design nature by applying basic engineering principles and established design practices to develop complex design concepts.
  
  
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  Provide technical guidance and may provide direction to other engineering professionals.
  
  
  The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Engineering Technician 6, functions in a senior lead engineering technician capacity.
  In this role you will have the opportunity to:
  
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    Under general direction, modify or create deliverables and perform assignments of a design nature by applying basic engineering principles and established design practices to develop complex design concepts.
    
    
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    Provide technical guidance and may provide direction to other engineering professionals.
    
    
    The Team
    As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our 3 market sectors- Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In roles like Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference through infrastructure growth and development while learning and focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.
    Key Responsibilities
    Engineering Standards: Proactively provides guidance and direction by utilizing knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and B&V policies and procedures. Reviews project requirements and accurately determines the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.
    Quality / Continuous Improvement: Promotes quality within project/group/section. Reviews design inputs to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project. Responsible for drawing control and historical records, utilizing the appropriate method, as established by the project. Demonstrates personal accuracy and drives continual improvement and change management efforts.
    Engineering Production: Applies basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Applies judgment and makes decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation. Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance to other professionals. Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records. Uses advanced applications (e.g., modeling and design software) in performance of work provided. May review the deliverables of others. May define work assignments and maintain schedules. May program control systems or participate in other plant start-up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise.
    Project Coordination: Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development. May support field activities. May communicate project design requirements, progress and schedules.
    Client Focus: Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances. May communicate client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns.
    Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology: May assist discipline or department management in developing and communicating appropriate design standards and process improvement activities. Identify training and development needs for personnel they supervise. May be recognized for expertise in one or more areas.
    People Management : (supervision - career development - developing professionals, mentoring): May assist with performance management process, mentoring, and recognition. Provide guidance to lesser experienced Engineering technicians. May provide mentoring, instruction, delegation of work and feedback.
    Resource Management - (staffing): May assist in monitoring staffing levels and available skill sets for project(s). Assists in identifying resource application needs and process requirements.
    Preferred Qualifications
    
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      Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred. Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology (preferred).
      
      
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      Typically, a minimum of 8 years related work experience. \
      
      
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      Ability to use the appropriate electronic applications and programs required for performing assignments. Include but not limited to CADD, other electronic applications, information modeling and document storage systems.
      
      
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      Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and B&V policies and procedures.
      
      
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      Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends.
      
      
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      Intermediate knowledge of company quality program.
      
      
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      Advanced ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned.
      
      
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      Advanced knowledge of other disciplines.
      
      
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      Basic knowledge of construction & constructability practices & principles.
      
      
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      Intermediate knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides related to assigned engineering discipline.
      
      
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      Basic knowledge of procurement & contract administration.
      
      
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      Basic knowledge of process, procedures for project controls and estimating.
      
      
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      Basic knowledge of management techniques and company/division HR programs, policies, procedures, and organization structure.
      
      
      Minimum Qualifications
      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 prides itself on the support of our employees and providing flexibility to make the things that are most important to you, a priority. This is why we offer our professionals, located near an office, the option of a Hybrid work environment. Our hybrid work approach allows our employees to work two days a week from other locations outside of the office. Additionally this opportunity has the possibility of being located in any of our offices located across the U.S; click the link to see a full list of (select United States). Some positions may be relocation eligible. Speak to your recruiter if you have interest in relocation.Normal office environment
      Competencies
      Collaborates
      Communicates effectively
      Courage
      Directs work
      Instills trust
      Interpersonal savvy
      Organizational savvy
      Customer focus
      Salary Plan
      ENT: Engineering Technician
      Job Grade
      130
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