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Senior Registered Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Date:  Apr 28, 2026
Location: 

Chicago, IL, US

Company:  Black & Veatch Family of Companies

We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation 

Req Id : 114712 

Job Title : Senior Registered Electrical Engineer - Water/Wastewater 

Location : RGCHCG 

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

Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS ELECTRICAL 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only HireNo 

Recruiter : Dalton Garrison 

Why Black & Veatch

Recognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work, 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 one.


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

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

  • Lead Electrical design for water/wastewater projects 
  • Provide technical guidance on client standards and expectations to engineering and technician staff in the regional design centers that are supporting project detailed design 
  • Serve as technical expert in electrical power distribution and miscellaneous plant electrical systems for client consultations 
  • Support business development related to enhanced Electrical services 
  • Build business relationships with clients to understand needs and drivers 


Additional Project Opportunities: 

  • Studies – Energy Optimization, Power System Coordination and Arc Flash Hazard Analysis, and Electrical Reliability Analysis 
  • Construction inspection and resolution of electrical construction issues 
  • Coordination with local electrical utilities on project technical needs 
  • Review of supplier submittals 
  • Act as a liaison between the local design team, client and remote design teams for Instrumentation and Control design  
  • Startup and testing of major electrical equipment    


The ideal candidate is located in the Chicago Metropolitan area. Office locations linked - www.bv.com/offices.

 

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

The Team

As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our Governments & Environment market sector. BV’s Governments & Environment business works to provide innovative solutions and integrated planning, design and construction support for mission-critical facilities, as well as threat reduction and environmental services support worldwide. By joining our business, you will be able to provide infrastructure for community benefit through regulated utilities and government agencies.  

 

This team partners with our customers to align their people, processes, technologies, and data analytics in the face of industry transformation. We help our customers leverage our industry-leading solutions and expertise to modernize water infrastructure, optimize asset use, meet performance goals, reduce costs, and mitigate risk no matter where the water industry goes next. This team is ranked in the top 10 by ENR for Water Design Firms in Water Supply and Sewer Waste and other water-related rankings.


Check out one of our recent projects: Tomahawk Wastewater Treatment Facility Expansion

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer’s license in IL or another US jurisdiction 
  • 11+ years in electrical design, planning and construction services 
  • Consulting and Water/Wastewater experience preferred 
  • Experience in medium and low voltage power distribution equipment, including variable frequency drives and standby diesel generators    
  • Experience in a client-facing/business development role 
  • Power system analysis experience in SKM, ETAP, or other analysis software a plus 

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 or equivalent experience in Engineering work. Minimum of 11 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.

Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.

Certifications

PE License required

Competencies

Salary Plan

REG: Registered Engineering

Job Grade

017

 

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A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company matched 401k plan, adoption 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.

 

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

 

In accordance with local law, the following  compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $156,299.00 - $261,008.00 

 


Nearest Major Market: Chicago

Job Segment: Construction, Electrical Engineering, Electrical, Wastewater, Water Treatment, Engineering

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