Assistant Civil/Mechanical Engineer - Transmission (St. Louis)

Burns & McDonnell; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Saint Louis, MO is seeking an Assistant Transmission Engineer to support licensed engineers on high-voltage transmission projects (69–500 kV) from design through construction.

You will assist in drafting, data collection, and design tasks, with CAD work across AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D and Revit. This entry-level role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Eng (ABET preferred).
• Internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills.
• Basic CAD software skills (AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM/Revit, Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCAD).
• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, organization and problem-solving.
• Leadership skills demonstrated; EIT preferred.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Campus/community involvement preferred.
• Authorized to work permanently in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Assist transmission line design from concept to design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for 69-500 kV lines.
• Design line components per project requirements (plans, profiles, load diagrams).
• Apply basic civil/structural engineering concepts to projects.
• Gather project data and prepare studies/reports as needed.
• Update drawings and CAD files under senior engineer guidance.
• Assist with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
• participate in field inspections and measurements for clients.
• Perform other duties and comply with policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Eng

ABET accreditation preferred

Internship/consulting experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Civil 3D

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

MS 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.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical 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/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-MO-Saint Louis

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 265085

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