Assistant Electrical Engineer (DOE) - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Kansas City. This role involves supporting project teams in creating innovative electrical designs for government manufacturing facilities. You will assist in the design process, collaborate with drafting teams, and ensure compliance with engineering standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you're ready to make an impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical analysis programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the electrical design of projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with project teams to modify and review design drawings.
• Perform field visits to gather site information and monitor construction.

Skills

Electrical Engineering Principles

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

RISA

BIM (Revit, Tekla)

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor Degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

RISA

Revit

Tekla

Job description

Description

The Assistant Electrical Engineer (DOE) will assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects in a government manufacturing facility for the Department of Energy. The Assistant Electrical Engineer (DOE) will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

What you will do:

• Assist in the electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

• Assist with modifying and reviewing design & construction drawings.

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

• Apply basic knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.

• Assist with research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.

• Research solutions to address project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.

• Collaborate with drafting & design team members to generate equipment layouts in spaces as required by projects.

• Perform local field visits to gather existing site information during design, monitor construction progress, and respond to requests for information during construction as required by projects.

• Perform a variety of manufacturing engineering assignments including quality checks to ensure equipment functionality within the parameters of the engineering design.

• Assist with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.

• Assist with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.

• Assist in performing field inspections, measurements and calculations.

• Assist in troubleshooting electrical design-related issues on constructed or to-be-constructed facilities.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required or;

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical 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.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Security Clearance.

• Basic knowledge in standard electrical 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 include electrical analysis programs (e.g., RISA), AutoCAD, BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla), 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/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Electrical Engineering

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 251260

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-EAC #A&F