... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Chattanooga, TN · Hybrid
$19.25 - $26.25/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Chattanooga, TN · Hybrid
$19.25 - $26.25/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Nuclear Fuel Development Engineer
Idaho Falls, ID · On-site
$94K - $113K/yr
Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power-enabling cost-effective ... Work with technicians and operators to support equipment setup, process readiness, and production ...
Nuclear Fuel Development Engineer
Idaho Falls, ID · On-site
$94K - $113K/yr
Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power-enabling cost-effective ... Work with technicians and operators to support equipment setup, process readiness, and production ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Nuclear Fuel Development Engineer
Idaho Falls, ID · On-site
$94K - $113K/yr
Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power-enabling cost-effective ... Work with technicians and operators to support equipment setup, process readiness, and production ...
Nuclear Fuel Development Engineer
Idaho Falls, ID · On-site
$94K - $113K/yr
Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power-enabling cost-effective ... Work with technicians and operators to support equipment setup, process readiness, and production ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Houston, TX · Hybrid
$20.25 - $27.50/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Houston, TX · Hybrid
$20.25 - $27.50/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Cary, NC · Hybrid
$19.75 - $26.75/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Cary, NC · Hybrid
$19.75 - $26.75/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Ann Arbor, MI · Hybrid
$20.75 - $28.25/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Ann Arbor, MI · Hybrid
$20.75 - $28.25/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Olathe, KS · Hybrid
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power
Olathe, KS · Hybrid
$20.50 - $27.75/hr
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
... teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear ... The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in ...
Nuclear Turbine Manager
Athens, AL · On-site
... nuclear power facility, overseeing the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all turbine ... Manage, mentor, and develop a team of turbine operators, technicians, and engineers. Oversee ...
Nuclear Turbine Manager
Athens, AL · On-site
... nuclear power facility, overseeing the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all turbine ... Manage, mentor, and develop a team of turbine operators, technicians, and engineers. Oversee ...
Nuclear Propulsion Engineering Technicians - 27613
Newport News, VA · On-site
$66K/yr
Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $66,955.2 with a $5,000 sign on bonus Engineering Technician 4 - ... Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Security Compliance Knowledge & Operational Skills:
Nuclear Propulsion Engineering Technicians - 27613
Newport News, VA · On-site
$66K/yr
Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $66,955.2 with a $5,000 sign on bonus Engineering Technician 4 - ... Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Security Compliance Knowledge & Operational Skills:
Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $66,955.2 with a $5,000 sign on bonus Engineering Technician 4 - ... Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Security Compliance Knowledge & Operational Skills:
Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $66,955.2 with a $5,000 sign on bonus Engineering Technician 4 - ... Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Security Compliance Knowledge & Operational Skills:
Nuclear Propulsion Engineering Technicians - 27613
Newport News, VA · On-site
$54K - $80K/yr
Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $66,955.2 with a $5,000 sign on bonus Engineering Technician 4 - ... Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Security Compliance Knowledge & Operational Skills:
Nuclear Propulsion Engineering Technicians - 27613
Newport News, VA · On-site
$54K - $80K/yr
Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $66,955.2 with a $5,000 sign on bonus Engineering Technician 4 - ... Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Security Compliance Knowledge & Operational Skills:
Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $66,955.2 with a $5,000 sign on bonus Engineering Technician 4 - ... Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Security Compliance Knowledge & Operational Skills:
Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $66,955.2 with a $5,000 sign on bonus Engineering Technician 4 - ... Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Security Compliance Knowledge & Operational Skills:
Tooling Technician
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
Tooling Technician Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Type: Contract Contractor Work Model: Onsite ... Perform assembly and disassembly of tools in a nuclear power plant environment. * Assist with Lower ...
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Tooling Technician
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
Tooling Technician Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Type: Contract Contractor Work Model: Onsite ... Perform assembly and disassembly of tools in a nuclear power plant environment. * Assist with Lower ...
Tooling Technician
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
Tooling Technician Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Type: Contract Contractor Work Model: Onsite ... Perform assembly and disassembly of tools in a nuclear power plant environment. * Assist with Lower ...
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Tooling Technician
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
Tooling Technician Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Type: Contract Contractor Work Model: Onsite ... Perform assembly and disassembly of tools in a nuclear power plant environment. * Assist with Lower ...
Tooling Technician
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
Tooling Technician Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Type: Contract Contractor Work Model: Onsite ... Perform assembly and disassembly of tools in a nuclear power plant environment. * Assist with Lower ...
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Tooling Technician
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
Tooling Technician Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Type: Contract Contractor Work Model: Onsite ... Perform assembly and disassembly of tools in a nuclear power plant environment. * Assist with Lower ...
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| Certifications | Typically requires NRC licenses, technical certifications, and safety training | Requires NRC licenses, extensive reactor operation training, and certification |
| Work Environment | Assist with maintenance, inspections, and safety procedures in nuclear plants | Operate and control nuclear reactors, monitor systems, and respond to operational changes |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Power plants, nuclear facilities, energy industry | Power plants, nuclear facilities, energy industry |
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Job description
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 : 115352
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & 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 one.
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.
This opportunitywith Black & Veatchoffers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power ProvidersMarketSector, supportingNuclear Generationprojectsandbuildingcritical infrastructure fortoday'sand tomorrow's challenges.
The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS)StaffEngineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development ofhighqualityengineering deliverables forthesecomplex infrastructure projects.Under general supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices, with a focus on creating andmodifyingsite development plans using advanced techniques inindustrystandarddesign tools, such as Autodesk Revit, Bentley MicroStation, and Octave Forte 3D (formerly Hexagon Smart 3D)
As this position supports the global nuclear program at Black & Veatch, any potential offer will be conditional on the individual being able to satisfy all requirements, including citizenship requirements, outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations 10 CFR 810.
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.
- Functions as a senior engineering technician, technical design specialist, and/or supervisor
- Applies advanced technical expertise to solve complex design challenges within a specific engineering discipline
- Contributes to the development of innovative engineering solutions
- Uses digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) with standardized procedures to create, modify, and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables
- Provides consultation, training, and oversight to other engineering technicians to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with project standards
- Establishes and communicates appropriate design and graphic standards
- Reviews project requirements to determine correct formats and deliverable content
- Promotes quality and consistency across projects, groups, and sections
- Reviews design inputs to ensure alignment and consistency
- Ensures deliverables comply with applicable codes and standards
- May contribute to continuous improvement of design guides, standards, and processes
- May participate and lead process improvement and change management activities
- Manages drawing control and maintains historical project records
- Applies engineering principles and established design practices to complex designs
- Exercises sound judgment in interpreting inputs and making deliverable-related decisions
- Manages complex technical assignments and provides guidance to other professionals
- Performs design calculations, material quantity takeoffs, estimates, and documentation
- May review deliverables produced by others for quality and accuracy
- May coordinate presentations, production design, and use of electronic design tools
- May monitor production to ensure consistency, budget, and schedule
- May program control systems or support plant start-up activities within area of expertise
- Coordinates with other design groups to exchange information for design development
- May support field activities as required
- Communicates project design requirements, progress, and schedules
- Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances. Communicate client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns. Assist discipline or department management in developing and communicating appropriate design standards and process improvement activities
- Identifies and supports training and development needs for supervised personnel
- Recognized for expertise in one or more areas. May be assigned special assignments depending on technical expertise. Assignments may involve solving a particular design problem or participating in a design team focused on completing an assigned project task
- Makes presentations and conducts training classes within a specialized area of expertise.
- Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology required.
- Bachelor Degree in an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
- Typically a 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.
- As this position supports the global nuclear program at Black & Veatch, any potential offer will be conditional on the individual being able to satisfy all requirements, including citizenship requirements, outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations 10 CFR 810.
- Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
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.
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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.
Industry
Civil engineering construction
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Overland Park, KS, US
Year founded
1915