Assistant T&D Electrical Engineer – Design & Field

Burns & McDonnell; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support project teams across power, process, healthcare, airports, and industrial facilities. The role involves assisting design from concept to completion, updating drawings, and contributing to client conversations.

The position emphasizes collaboration, adherence to codes, and strong communication. A bachelor’s in electrical engineering (ABET preferred) and internship experience are valued, with EIT preferred and GPA around 3.0.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET preferred).
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Minimum GPA 3.0 strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and electrical analysis tools.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Authorized to work in country where position is located.

Responsibilities

• Assists in electrical design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for various facilities including power, process, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial and governmental facilities.
• Assists in designing electrical components per project manager requirements.
• Applies basic knowledge of electrical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures.
• Assists with researching and compiling project data as required by project managers.
• Assists with updating CAD drawings and verifying corrections in multiple CAD software.
• Assists with client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
• Assists in performing field inspections, measurements, or calculations for clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Engineers in Training (EIT) certification preferred

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Internship/related consulting experience preferred

Campus/community involvement preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

Tekla BIM

RISA

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to support project teams across power, process, healthcare, airports, and industrial facilities. The role involves assisting design from concept to completion, updating drawings, and contributing to client conversations.

The position emphasizes collaboration, adherence to codes, and strong communication. A bachelor’s in electrical engineering (ABET preferred) and internship experience are valued, with EIT preferred and GPA around 3.0.