Assistant Civil Engineer - Transmission (Detroit)

Burns & McDonnell; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Detroit, MI is seeking an Assistant Transmission Engineer to support the design and construction of 69-500 kV transmission lines. You will assist with concepts, drawings, and component design under supervision of a licensed PE, contributing to successful project delivery.

The role emphasizes CAD tools, data compilation, and client interactions, with growth toward preparing reports and presentations. A bachelor’s degree and internship experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET accredited civil engineering degree required.
• FE exam required if applicable.
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of standard civil/structural engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical, quantitative problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with CAD tools like AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Attention to detail and strong teamwork.
• Leadership potential and EIT preferred.
• GPA 3.0 strongly preferred.
• Campus or community involvement preferred.
• Authorized to work permanently in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assists in transmission line design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for high voltage lines.
• Assists in designing transmission line components per project manager requirements.
• Applies basic knowledge of civil/structural engineering concepts.
• Assists with research and compiling project data and studies.
• Assists with updating drawings in CAD software.
• Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
• Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Leadership potential

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering Technology degree + FE

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS/PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Assistant Transmission 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 and overhead high voltage transmission lines. The Assistant Transmission Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting transmission line plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Assists in the transmission line design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.




• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects involving high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines.




• Assists in designing transmission 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 structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil/structural 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 corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.




• Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of high voltage transmission lines.




• Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.




• All other duties as assigned.




• Performs other duties as assigned.




• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required.




• Or, Bachelor Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.




• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.




• Basic knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques, principles 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.




• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).




• Basic computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and civil/structural analysis programs.




• 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.

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-MI-Detroit

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Hire Type

New Grad #LI-JF #T&D