Assistant Electrical Engineer - Power (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Denver, CO is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support design teams on a variety of facilities projects from concept to completion. You will help adapt electrical plans to budget, design factors, and client needs while gaining hands-on experience.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in electrical engineering; ABET is preferred, with internships or related consulting experience valued. EIT preferred. Full-time, on-site role with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; ABET preferred.
• Internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of standard electrical engineering techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical problem-solving ability; quantitative mindset.
• Proficiency with CAD tools and BIM software.
• EIT certification preferred.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Campus/community involvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in electrical design from concept through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for diverse facilities.
• Design electrical components per project manager requirements.
• Apply basic electrical engineering concepts and procedures.
• Support data collection and project documentation.
• Assist with CAD updates using multiple software tools.
• Support client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
• Conduct field inspections, measurements, or calculations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical design

CAD / BIM software

RISA

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

EIT certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

RISA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Assistant Electrical Engineer will assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Electrical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Assists in the electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Assists in designing electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used electrical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
• Assists with research and complies project related data as required by the project managers.
• 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 power, process, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• 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 electrical 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 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.

Compensation

$85,000.00-130,000.00 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. Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, 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. Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Electrical Engineering

Primary Location

US-CO-Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID

263901

Job Hire Type

New Grad #LI-AM #PWR