Assistant Telecommunications Engineer: Smart Grid & Networks

Burns & McDonnell; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Akron, OH is seeking a New Graduate Electrical Engineer to support a range of utility projects, including SCADA, distribution automation, cyber security and smart grid.

You will assist in design, prepare BOMs, specifications, drawings and calculations, and collaborate with project teams to meet QA/QC standards. ABET-accredited degree and strong communication skills are required; EIT preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Able to apply intensive and diversified knowledge to broad areas of assignments.
• Ability to devise new approaches to problems and demonstrate initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist on a variety of complex utility projects (SCADA, distribution automation, cyber security, microwave, wireless networks, fiber, smart grid).
• Assist in designing telecommunications networks per client standards or developing new standards.
• Assist with project deliverables: BOMs, specifications, yard layouts, equipment plans, wiring diagrams, and network diagrams.
• Support execution of assignments using advanced tools and techniques to develop or improve processes and methods.
• Identify and help resolve issues on projects and ensure adherence to project schedules and QA/QC guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical, Computer or related engineering from ABET accredited program

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Akron, OH is seeking a New Graduate Electrical Engineer to support a range of utility projects, including SCADA, distribution automation, cyber security and smart grid.

You will assist in design, prepare BOMs, specifications, drawings and calculations, and collaborate with project teams to meet QA/QC standards. ABET-accredited degree and strong communication skills are required; EIT preferred.