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Senior Reg Engineer-I/C - Power Generation

Date:  Oct 27, 2026
Location: 

Overland Park, KS, US Atlanta, GA, US Jacksonville, FL, US Orlando, FL, US Ann Arbor, MI, US Gaithersburg, MD, US Chattanooga, TN, US Cary, NC, US Chicago, IL, 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 : 117785 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : Yes 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

 

Why Overland Contracting, a Black & Veatch Company?

 

Join the Overland Contracting (a Black & Veatch company) construction team and build with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

 

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next.

 

The Opportunity

Black & Veatch is seeking a Senior Registered Instrumentation & Control Engineer - Power Generation to serve as a technical leader and discipline lead on major power generation projects. 

Projects span conventional gas turbine generation, combined-cycle generation, simple-cycle generation, thermal generation, nuclear generation, hydropower generation, balance-of-plant systems, plant modernization programs, data centers, industrial electrification, and power generation island systems. Engineers support EPC, Design-Build, Engineer of Record, Owner's Engineer, and consulting engagements throughout the project lifecycle from proposals through commissioning and operational support. 

This position provides opportunities to grow as a technical specialist, Engineer of Record, discipline lead, project engineering manager, engineering manager, or chief engineer.

The Team

The Instrumentation & Control (I&C) / Instrumentation & Controls Engineering team delivers instrumentation, automation, digital control systems, turbine controls, control system modernization, industrial networking, cybersecurity, and operational technology solutions for a global portfolio of power generation projects. 

Our engineers support DCS, PLC, SCADA, HMI, plant control systems, gas turbine controls, combustion turbine controls, steam turbine controls, balance-of-plant controls, burner management systems, combustion controls, and advanced process automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as I&C discipline lead on medium to large power generation projects. 

Lead multidisciplinary teams in the development and execution of I&C engineering solutions. 

Develop discipline execution plans, schedules, staffing plans, and quality expectations. 

Oversee preparation and review of engineering deliverables including control narratives, logic diagrams, network architecture diagrams, instrument indexes, data sheets, I/O lists, P&IDs, procurement specifications, calculations, and studies. 

Coordinate directly with clients, vendors, construction teams, and project leadership. 

Serve as Engineer of Record or Responsible Charge where applicable. 

Lead technical evaluations, equipment selection, design reviews, and risk mitigation efforts. 

Support proposal development, business development, project pursuits, commissioning, startup, FAT, and SAT activities. 

Mentor engineers and support technical development across project teams. 

Drive continuous improvement and technical excellence initiatives.

Management Responsibilities

Supervises work of others. Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience as an I&C discipline lead on power generation projects. 

Experience with conventional generation, combined-cycle, simple-cycle, thermal generation, nuclear generation, hydropower generation, balance-of-plant systems, and plant modernization. 

Experience on EPC, Design-Build, EOR, and Owner's Engineer engagements. 

Expertise with DCS, PLC, SCADA, HMI, industrial networking, process automation, digital control systems, plant control systems, turbine controls, gas turbine controls, combustion turbine controls, steam turbine controls, combustion controls, burner management systems, and cybersecurity. 

Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing client relationships. 

Startup, commissioning, FAT, and SAT experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a recognized accredited program. 

Minimum 11 years related engineering experience. 

Active Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Engineer of Canada (P.Eng.) license required at hire to support Engineer of Record requirements. 

Ability to satisfy pre-employment onboarding requirements.

Certifications

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

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Travel is typically limited and project dependent. Opportunities may exist to support client meetings, site investigations, construction support, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), startup, commissioning, outage support, control system upgrades, and plant modernization projects. Longer-duration field assignments may be available for interested candidates on select projects. 

Competencies

Salary Plan

REG: Registered Engineering

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.

 

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

 

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.

 

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In accordance with local law, the following Annual compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $142,090.00 - $261,008.00 

 


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