Assistant Electrical Engineer - Facility Engineering Services (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 is pivotal in assisting project teams to create innovative designs for government manufacturing facilities. You will engage in all project phases, from conceptual design to construction, ensuring that electrical plans meet budget constraints and client needs. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a collaborative environment while contributing to impactful projects. If you are passionate about electrical engineering and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen able to obtain a Department of Energy Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in electrical design from conceptual phase to completion.
• Troubleshoot electrical design issues for various projects.

Skills

Electrical Engineering Principles

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Tools

AutoCAD

RISA

BIM (Revit, Tekla)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Assistant Electrical Engineer will assist project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, facility alterations, and Capital Equipment installs on a variety of projects in government manufacturing facilities. The Assistant Electrical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the conceptual, design, construction, commissioning, and operations project phases, adapting electrical plans according to budget constraints, design factors, and/or client needs. This Electrical Engineer will be expected to:

• Assist in the electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assist in troubleshooting electrical design-related issues on constructed or to-be-constructed facilities and Capital Equipment installations.
• Assist with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to government manufacturing facilities.
• 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 concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
• Assist with research and comply with project-related data as required by the project managers.
• 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, submittal reviews, and construction specification updates.
• Assist in performing field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen able to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Security Clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.
• Or Bachelor of Science in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Master of Science degree in Engineering may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community.
• 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, and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

EEO/Minorities/Disabled/Females/Veterans

Job: Electrical Engineering

Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: No

Req ID: 250956

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