Substation Electrical Engineer Jobs in Texas
Substation Electrical Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in electric utilities, oil and gas infrastructure, renewable energy development, and large industrial operations, with openings at every level from early-career field engineers through senior protection and control specialists. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin account for the largest share of hiring, where major employers like Burns & McDonnell, Oncor, and CenterPoint Energy maintain a sustained presence. Relay protection and control, power systems studies, and high-voltage transmission design are the most consistently sought specialties across Texas listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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 : 117287
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & Veatch?
At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.
We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.
You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.
With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.
The Opportunity
The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician under general supervision, performs advanced functions requiring technical knowledge and use of electronic applications, standards, and document control processes/procedures in support of creating or modifying deliverables. This role will be responsible for the development of site drainage, grading, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation.
This role will be within the Black & Veatch Energy and Process Industries (E&PI) group, supporting client needs related to Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. Advanced Civil 3D experience is required with use of proposed grading surfaces and plan development.
The Team
Black & Veatch Operations develops, deploys, and maintains global resources and capabilities that guide execution and process excellence across the organization. The foundation of Black & Veatch 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
- Functions in a project engineering technician capacity.
- Under general direction, supports engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables.
- Applies foundational engineering principles and established design practices to create moderately complex design concepts and solutions.
- Utilizes digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables.
- Provides technical guidance and may offer direction to other engineering professionals and technicians to ensure quality and consistency across project outputs.
- Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and BV policies and procedures.
- May review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.
- Proactively applies BV Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
- Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
- May apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Begins to apply judgment and make 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.
- 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.
- Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development.
- May support field activities. Focuses on the needs of internal clients while utilizing an understanding of external clients' main interests and drivers.
- Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes.
- May apply judgment and make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Diploma or Certificate required.
- Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
- Typically a minimum of 5 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.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
- 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
Job Grade
Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.
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.
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
Job Segment: Construction, Drafting, Electrical Engineering, Project Engineer, Engineer, Engineering
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 : 117287
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & Veatch?
At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.
We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.
You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.
With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.
The Opportunity
The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician under general supervision, performs advanced functions requiring technical knowledge and use of electronic applications, standards, and document control processes/procedures in support of creating or modifying deliverables. This role will be responsible for the development of site drainage, grading, and utility plans using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation.
This role will be within the Black & Veatch Energy and Process Industries (E&PI) group, supporting client needs related to Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. Advanced Civil 3D experience is required with use of proposed grading surfaces and plan development.
The Team
Black & Veatch Operations develops, deploys, and maintains global resources and capabilities that guide execution and process excellence across the organization. The foundation of Black & Veatch 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
- Functions in a project engineering technician capacity.
- Under general direction, supports engineering and design teams by developing and modifying technical deliverables.
- Applies foundational engineering principles and established design practices to create moderately complex design concepts and solutions.
- Utilizes digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables.
- Provides technical guidance and may offer direction to other engineering professionals and technicians to ensure quality and consistency across project outputs.
- Applies knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, applicable codes and BV policies and procedures.
- May review project requirements and accurately determine the correct format and contents of the required deliverables.
- Proactively applies BV Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
- Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
- May apply basic engineering principles and established design practices in developing moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Begins to apply judgment and make 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.
- 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.
- Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development.
- May support field activities. Focuses on the needs of internal clients while utilizing an understanding of external clients' main interests and drivers.
- Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes.
- May apply judgment and make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Diploma or Certificate required.
- Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
- Typically a minimum of 5 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.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
- 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
Job Grade
Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.
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.
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
Job Segment: Construction, Drafting, Electrical Engineering, Project Engineer, Engineer, Engineering
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substation electrical engineer jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas Professional Engineer license or EIT registration under the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related power systems discipline
- Hands-on experience with substation design, protection schemes, and relay coordination
- Proficiency with power systems software such as ETAP, PowerWorld, or AutoCAD Electrical
- Familiarity with NERC reliability standards, IEEE substation design guides, and utility interconnection requirements
- Ability to work in the field at energized high-voltage substations and travel to project sites across Texas
Substation Electrical Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a substation electrical engineer in Texas?
The standard path in Texas begins with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering followed by registration as an Engineer-in-Training through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. After gaining qualifying experience under a licensed Professional Engineer, candidates sit for the PE exam in the power systems discipline. Most Texas utilities and engineering firms require or strongly prefer a PE license for engineers who sign and seal substation design drawings or take on independent project responsibility.
How much do substation electrical engineers make in Texas?
Substation electrical engineers in Texas earn a median of about $129,450 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,120 for the lowest 10% to over $210,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire substation electrical engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring substation electrical engineers in Texas right now include Burns & McDonnell, WSP, and Black & Veatch, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's combination of a deregulated electricity market, active renewable energy buildout, and large industrial base keeps demand from utilities, engineering consultancies, and oil and gas operators consistently high.
Which Texas cities have the most substation electrical engineer jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Fort Worth have the most substation electrical engineer openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its concentration of energy companies, petrochemical infrastructure, and large engineering firms, while Dallas-Fort Worth reflects the footprint of major transmission utilities and a growing commercial and industrial load base, and Austin's expanding technology and data center sector has driven additional substation investment in the region.
Are there remote substation electrical engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Substation electrical engineering is largely a hands-on field requiring site visits, equipment inspections, and on-site commissioning work that cannot be done remotely. About 14% of substation electrical engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in power systems studies, relay settings analysis, or project management functions where desk-based work predominates.
How can I get hired as a substation electrical engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a staff or associate engineer role at a Texas utility or large engineering firm while you complete your EIT registration through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Oncor, CenterPoint Energy, and Burns & McDonnell all hire new graduates into structured engineering development programs in Texas. A background in power systems coursework, an internship at a utility or engineering consultancy, or lateral experience as an electrical designer or CAD technician in a substation context strengthens an entry-level application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to substation electrical engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to substation electrical engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from utilities, engineering firms, and industrial employers. Find roles that fit your experience and target area, then apply directly to each one.
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