Assistant HV Substation Design Engineer

Burns & McDonnell; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Substation Engineer in Southfield, MI. You will support licensed engineers in designing high-voltage substations (13kV to 765kV) and preparing design deliverables for new and modified projects.

You will help with calculations, sketches, cost estimates, and documentation while applying IEEE/NESC standards. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Basic knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and teamwork ability.
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• EIT Certification preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing substation projects from conceptual phase through completion.
• Prepare and develop substation design packages (arrangements, relaying, grounding, lighting, security).
• Develop substation calculations (insulation, DC/AC systems, voltage drop, cable sizing).
• Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, BOMs, equipment specs.
• Apply IEEE, NESC, and other standards; participate in field inspections.
• Research and compile project data; support client presentations and reports.
• Identify and resolve project issues; ensure QA/QC adherence.
• Support project schedule adherence and deliverables to client satisfaction.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Leadership potential

EIT certification preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Substation Engineer in Southfield, MI. You will support licensed engineers in designing high-voltage substations (13kV to 765kV) and preparing design deliverables for new and modified projects.

You will help with calculations, sketches, cost estimates, and documentation while applying IEEE/NESC standards. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for project success.