Assistant Structural Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Structural Engineer in Kansas City, MO to support project teams from concept to completion across power, process, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors.

You will work under a licensed PE, update drawings in CAD/BIM software, and assist with client presentations, field inspections, and document control.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or a related field; ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
Internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
Basic knowledge of standard structural 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 structural 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.
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 in the United States.

Responsibilities

Assists in the structural design of projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for various facilities.
Assists in designing structural components per project manager requirements.
Applies basic knowledge of engineering concepts, codes and procedures.
Assists with researching and compiling project data.
Assists with updating drawings in CAD software.
Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

RISA

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

BIM

Leadership

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related field

ABET accreditation preferred

EIT Certification preferred

GPA 3.0 preferred

Internship/consulting experience preferred

Campus/community involvement preferred

Tools

RISA

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

Job description

Description

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

Assists in the structural 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 structural components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
Applies basic knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.
Assists with research and compiles 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, pipeline, 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 Structural 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 structural 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 structural 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.
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.