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Staff BESS Structural Engineer

Date: Sep 14, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US Cary, NC, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Jacksonville, FL, US Houston, TX, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 117095

Job Title : Staff BESS Structural Engineer

Location : KCP, RGGREENWD, RGHOUSTON3, RGJCKSNVL, RGRALH

Business Unit Sector : COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS

Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS STRUCTURAL

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: Yes

Recruiter : Dalton Garrison

The Opportunity

This position is focused on the design of structures and foundations for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facilities, helping make the energy grid more resilient and accommodating of renewable energy sources. This engineer will design a variety of structural systems, broaden their design experience, and collaborate with other disciplines, while delivering critical energy infrastructure projects to the community. BVs broad portfolio of projects also provide the opportunity to participate in markets such as Data Centers, Substations, Power Generation, Water, to name a few. BVs diverse markets service society and bring invaluable benefit to clients around the world.

The Team

Black & Veatch is Ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, battery energy storage, data centers and distributed infrastructure. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge technology and work with a team that moves quickly with decisions and expectations.

Black & Veatch provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:

• Substations

• Overhead Transmission Lines

• Underground Transmission Lines

• Renewables Integration

Key Responsibilities

• Execute structural analysis, perform calculations, and prepare sketches and drawings for the design of supporting structures and foundations for BESS equipment and other energy infrastructure.

• Support fast-paced EPC projects generating project-specific specifications and assisting 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 RFI's, 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.

• Lead the structural efforts on EPC projects with construction values of up to $50M

• 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

• Proficiency using 3D structural analysis and design software (i.e. RISA-3D, STAADPro, etc.) for steel and concrete design

• Previous structural experience in utility, energy, renewables, telecommunications, or similar fields.

• Strong communication skills, both with internal interdisciplinary teams as well as external client and construction teams.

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