Assistant Civil Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Wallingford or Portland, ME)

Burns & McDonnell; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Civil Engineer to support design teams on critical electrical infrastructure projects across the Northeast. You will work under licensed engineers to adapt civil plans through design and construction phases, ensuring alignment with budget and client needs.

The role emphasizes civil design, workflow collaboration, and hands-on CAD/revision work in a fast-paced environment. Preference given to graduates with internship experience and EIT candidacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; ABET preferred.
• Internship or related consulting experience desired.
• Fundamental civil engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically with strong problem-solving.
• Proficient with MS Office; basic CAD software skills.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D and related analysis tools.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.
• Leadership potential; EIT preferred.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist civil design from concept through design completion.
• Perform site access design, grading, earthwork modeling, hydrologic/hydraulic calculations.
• Support soil erosion, sediment control, and stormwater management per guidelines.
• Prepare SWPPP and stormwater studies.
• Assist with civil construction specs, quantity take-offs, and bidding support.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and as-builts.
• Help modify and review drawings across CAD software.
• Contribute to field inspections and measurements.

Skills

Civil design basics

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS/PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCADD

Job description

Description

The Assistant Civil Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams in preparing site development design packages in support of critical electric infrastructure projects across the Northeast. The Assistant Civil Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting civil plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

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

• Assists in performing site access design, grading, earthwork modeling, hydrologic, and hydraulic calculations.

• Assists in designing soil erosion, sediment control, and stormwater management best practices per state and local guidelines.

• Assist in the preparation of stormwater management studies and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

• Assists in designing utility (water/sewer) connections to public mains.

• Assists in the preparation of civil construction specifications, quantity take-offs, and provide bidding support.

• Assists in the review of contractor submittals, RFI's, and prepare as-builts.

• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects, primarily within critical electrical infrastructure.

• Assists in designing civil components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil 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 critical electrical infrastructure projects.

• 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

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program. ABET accreditation strongly preferred.

• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.

• Basic knowledge in standard civil 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/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, and civil 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.

Compensation

$70,000.00-115,000.00 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.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Civil Engineering

Primary Location US-CT-Wallingford

Other Locations US-ME-Portland

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-JF #T&D