Engineering Technician Accelerator Program Leader

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 :
111841

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 & 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; 401K match and benefits that start day 1.

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & 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
Engineering Technician Accelerator Program Leader*
will work with leadership from Engineering and Design Services (EDS), Virtual Design and Data Solutions (VDDS), and co/lab to evolve and drive the Engineering Technician Accelerator Program.

The ENT Accelerator Program is comprised of two major components.

• A 15-day Academy designed to develop engineering technician skills in prospective employees who have not been formally trained in modeling, drafting, or design.
• Advanced technical training to advance the technology and design capabilities of existing Black & Veatch professionals.

The 15-day Academy program may be offered up to 4 times per year. However, business needs and market demands will determine the blend of Academy and advanced training programming offered each year. Our Engineering Technician Accelerator Program Instructor will have demonstrated proficiency in creating and interpreting construction documents, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Civil Information Modeling (CIM), parametric design, and graphic analysis. Our instructor will have exposure to a multitude of software platforms including AutoCAD, Revit, Microstation, OpenPlant, and others. The instructor will be a strong communicator with the ability to teach professionals with varying degrees of technical experience and a variety of backgrounds.

This position will be responsible for developing and delivering, collaboratively with other experts, the 15-day Academy and advanced training curriculum for the Engineering Technician Accelerator Program. Between offerings, the position will be available for on-call support for program graduates.

*Key Responsibilities*
Continually develop the 15-day Engineering Technician Accelerator Program curriculum, including the high-level topics below:

Introduction to Construction Drawings

• Measuring, scale, dimensioning, geometric construction
• Views: isometric, orthographic, section, plan, detail
• Drawing navigation
• CAD standards

Interpretation of Drawings

• Cohesion of drawing sets
• Civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, architectural

AutoCAD

• CAD terms, concepts, commands, and tools
• Software execution
• Hands-on activities

Graphic Analysis

• Geospatial calculations
• Geometric solutions

Civil 3D or Revit or Microstation

• BIM terms, concepts, commands, and tools
• Software execution
• Generic hands-on activities

Solution-Specific Training & Exercises (with support from subject matter experts)

• Introduction to BV solution
• Solution-specific fundamentals and workflows
• Solution-specific training exercises

Other Responsibilities

• Deliver 15-day Accelerator Program up to 4 times annually.
• Support academy graduates in their project roles between academy cycles. Serve as first point of contact and subject matter expert for academy graduates executing work.
• Assist with tracking of candidate identification and graduate success, regularly partnering with other BV departments and professionals as needed.
• Support other VDDS programs and initiatives such as ENT Designer Accelerator programming.
• Support other co/lab programs and initiatives such as the Summer Intern Impact Experience.
• Responsible for the direct management and evaluation of professions during the training phase. Will also be highly involved during on-the-job training component of program.
• Support the co/lab space by providing technical support approximately 1 day per month.

*Management Responsibilities*
Individual Contributor

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree in Drafting Technology or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of project-based Engineering Technician experience.
• Experience providing one-on-one support or mentoring.
• Experience using multiple engineering technician software platforms, which may include AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, Open Plant, and/or others.

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.

Preferred Qualifications
Education/Experience

• Associates degree in Drafting Technology or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of project-based Engineering Technician experience.
• Experience providing one-on-one support or mentoring.
• Experience using multiple engineering technician software platforms, which may include AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, Open Plant, and/or others.

PREFERRED:

• Experience presenting, facilitating group training, or similar.

Demonstrable Skills

• Commitment to helping other professionals learn and grow.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Strong influencer skills: the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a larger team.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt, learn, and think quickly.
• Ability to multitask and manage more than one initiative simultaneously.

*Work Environment/Physical Demands*

• Typical office 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*
ADM: Administrative/Business

*Job Grade*
017

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an 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, 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.

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