Assistant Electrical Engineer - Water Projects (ESOP Benefits)

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support design and execution on water/wastewater, power, process and infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with project teams through design and construction, adapting electrical plans to budget and client needs.

You will assist in creating drawings, reviewing CAD outputs, and supporting field measurements, with a path toward professional development and licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• FE exam completed or Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and common engineering software.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist electrical design of projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assist with modifying and reviewing production drawings for various facilities.
• Assist in designing electrical components per project requirements.
• Apply basic electrical engineering concepts, practices, codes and procedures.
• Assist with data gathering, research and documentation for project managers.
• Assist with CAD-related updates and verifications across software.
• Support client presentations, shop drawing reviews and contract administration.
• Perform field inspections, measurements or calculations for clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Involvement (campus/community)

EIT certification preferred

Internship/consulting experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

FE exam / EIT certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

RISA

BIM tools

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support design and execution on water/wastewater, power, process and infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with project teams through design and construction, adapting electrical plans to budget and client needs.

You will assist in creating drawings, reviewing CAD outputs, and supporting field measurements, with a path toward professional development and licensure.