Assistant Cables Engineer- Underground Submarine Cables, Transmission & Distribution (Wallingford)

Burns & McDonnell; Wallingford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Wallingford, CT seeks an Assistant Cables Engineer to assist licensed engineers on underground, trenchless and submarine power cable projects. You’ll help adapt designs for budgets and client needs throughout the design and construction process.

Ideal candidates have an engineering degree, FE/EIT status, and hands-on CAD/drawing experience; internship or consulting exposure is a plus. This role offers full-time work with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering program required or related engineering technology with FE exam.
• Internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Strong written/verbal communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist underground power line design from concept through design completion.
• Assist with reviewing drawings for medium-to-high voltage lines (13-500kV).
• Assist in creating plan/profile drawings, structure load diagrams, and foundations.
• Support client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
• Perform field inspections and measurements as needed.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Engineering fundamentals

Quantitative problem solving

Education

ABET accredited program

Bachelor in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil

FE exam / EIT

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Assistant Cables Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including underground, trenchless and/or submarine power cable lines. Cable lines may include low to medium voltage distribution and high voltage transmission. The Assistant Cables Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting power line plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Assists in the underground power line design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion, including electrical, civil and mechanical principles.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for various projects involving medium—to high-voltage (13-500kV) power lines.
• Assists in designing power line components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers, including plan and profile drawings, structure load diagrams and foundation drawings.
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil and electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil and electrical engineering services industry.
• Assists with research and compiles project-related data as required by the project managers. Assists with compiling studies and reports.
• Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify that corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.
• Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of medium to high voltage power lines.
• Assists in performing 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 Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related degree from an accredited program required or Bachelor Degree in related Engineering Technology from an accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
• ABET accredited program strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of electrical power flow preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Basic distribution design software experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Compensation

$80,000.00-115,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work 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

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-CT-Wallingford

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 264815

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-EAC #T&D N/A