Staff Transmission Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Toronto)

Burns & McDonnell; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Toronto seeks a Staff Transmission Engineer to design high voltage transmission projects from concept to completion. You will modify components, prepare specifications, and conduct studies including grounding and lightning performance, ensuring compliance with NERC/FERC and regional standards.

Responsibilities include updating CAD drawings, compiling data for client presentations, and performing field inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher in civil engineering or related field with 3+ years of transmission experience.
• FE or EIT pathway with relevant transmission experience is acceptable.
• Strong knowledge of civil/structural engineering techniques and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission design from concept through design completion.
• Modify and review transmission components per project needs.
• Prepare equipment specifications, RFQs, bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Conduct conductor selection studies, lightning performance, and grounding calculations.
• Compile calculations for NERC/FERC and regional requirements.
• Update CAD drawings and verify corrections across CAD software.
• Prepare client presentations and participate in contract administration.
• Conduct field inspections and measurements for clients.

Skills

Transmission engineering

CAD software

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree

FE certification or exam

Master Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Job description

Description

The Staff Transmission Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including underground and overhead high voltage transmission lines. The Staff Civil Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting transmission plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Perform transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review transmission components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Perfom economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations/studies.
• Compile calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources. Prepare communications of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC and regional requirements and standards.
• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used transmission engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an accredited program and 3 years of transmission engineering experience, consulting required.
• Or, Bachelor Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of transmission engineering experience, consulting.
• Or, Master Degree in Civil Engineering and 2 years of transmission engineering experience, consulting.
• Strong knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, transmission analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position is $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 annually, in compliance with Ontario’s Pay Transparency requirements. Final compensation will be based on education, qualifications, prior experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your overall well-being. This includes extended health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and wellness initiatives. Eligible employees also participate in our Canadian Equity Participation Plan (CEPP) and retirement savings program.

This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, or family status.

Pay Transparency & Accessibility Statement

• This posting is for an existing vacancy.
• AI is not used in the screening or selection process for this role.

Job Electrical Engineering

Primary Location CA-ON-Toronto

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263387

Job Hire Type Experienced #CAN