Assistant Substation Engineer, Electrical - Transmission & Distribution (Chattanooga)

Burns & McDonnell; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chattanooga, TN seeks an Assistant Substation Engineer to support the design and construction of high-voltage substations (13kV–765kV). You will assist with design packages, calculations, and deliverables under a licensed P.E.

supervision, collaborating with project teams to meet client needs and budgets. The role emphasizes basic engineering techniques, strong communication, and willingness to learn within a QA/QC framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing substation projects from conceptual phase through completion.
• Assist in developing substation design packages including physical arrangement, protective relaying and control, grounding studies, lighting and security.
• Develop substation calculations for insulation, AC/DC systems, voltage drop, cable sizing and conduit fill.
• Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specs and bill of materials.

Skills

Electrical design

Substation design

IEEE standards

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

EIT certification

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

ABET accreditation

GPA 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Assistant Substation Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project staff in the preparation of design deliverables for new and modified high-voltage (13kV to 765kV) electrical power substation projects. The Assistant Substation Engineer will work with the project team through the design and construction process, adapting engineering plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

• Assists in the design of substation projects from the conceptual phase through completion.
• Assists in the preparation and development of substation design packages including, but not limited to, physical arrangement above and below grade, protective relaying and control, electrical studies such as grounding and lightning analysis, and lighting and security.
• Assists in the development of substation calculations including, but not limited to, insulation, AC station service, DC systems and battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing, and conduit fill.
• Assists in the preparation of design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specifications, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
• Applies basic knowledge of IEEE, NESC, and other industry and utility standards, guides, specifications and procedures.
• Assists with field inspections for substation facilities on public and private utility systems.
• Assists with research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.
• Assists with client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.
• Identifies, communicates and assists in resolving issues on projects as needed.
• Adheres to established project schedule to meet deadlines.
• Works closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification 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.

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-TN-Chattanooga

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 264296

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-AM #T&D N/A