Electronic Security Engineer - Federal

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Company : B&V Special Projects Corp.

Req Id : 114535

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.

The Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. has its mission to provide a full range of services to our primary client base - U.S. Government agencies and departments. With the unique skill sets we have developed during the 100-plus years of service to our U.S. Government agencies client base, we are able to provide one-of-a-kind solutions to complex mission objectives that arise out of specific challenges faced by and unique to these agencies. Our primary areas of focus are: Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Services, Defense Program, Design/Build, Clas.sified, and Environmental.

This role supports Federal electronic security projects while building foundational technical skills. Working under close to general supervision (based on experience), you will assist with the design and documentation of electronic security systems and coordinate with interdisciplinary project teams. The position is intended for early-career engineers (new graduates through associate level) and provides training, mentorship, and increasing responsibility over time.

Key Responsibilities

Design Support

• Assist with security system designs for Federal and MILCON facilities, including headquarters, data centers, maintenance facilities, hangars, housing, training centers, SCIFs, HEMP-protected facilities, laboratories, aviation facilities, intelligence/command centers, and other secure environments.
• Support security system designs incorporating electronic access control, intrusion detection and alarming, perimeter controls, and video surveillance/CCTV.
• Prepare design drawings, specifications, basis of design/design analysis documents, cost estimates, and material lists under guidance from senior engineers.
• Coordinate with BIM/CAD teams for drawing production; use Bluebeam for markups and Revit for viewing or supporting design models.
• Support preparation of basis of design reports and technical specifications using Microsoft Word and Bluebeam.
• Collaborate with project team members and selected clients through conceptual design, design development, technical coordination, QA/QC, and design reviews.
• Travel to project sites (primarily domestic) may be required for field data collection or meeting.

Project Team Support

• Incorporate feedback from senior engineers into drawings and documents and ensure updates align with interdisciplinary and client requirements.
• Support internal and external meetings and participate in technical discussions as appropriate.
• Adhere to project budgets, schedules, and quality standards while supporting task planning and coordination.

Additional Opportunities

• Assist with development and maintenance of quality and engineering standards.
• Support business development and project pursuit activities.
• Research security technologies, vendors, and software; attend relevant trainings or conferences.
• Pursue professional development, including industry certifications or licensure (e.g., ASIS CPP, Professional Engineer).

You will be assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Thus, the candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

The following are required qualifications (new grad through associate level):

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program (or in progress for candidates close to graduation, as applicable)

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE/EIT) (preferred)

• Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC)

• Familiarity with the applicable Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)

• Ability to obtain a US security clearance

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