Assistant Transmission Engineer – High Voltage Design

Burns & McDonnell; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement program

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Transmission Engineer to support design teams on high voltage transmission projects. You will assist in planning, drawings, and field measurements under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer.

The role emphasizes producing concept through design documentation, coordinating with project managers, and contributing to a compliant and accurate design process. Strong communication and CAD skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of civil/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 (AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCAD).
• 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 country where this position is located.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the transmission line design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects involving high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines.
• Assists in designing transmission line components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers including plan and profile drawings, structure load diagrams and foundation drawings.
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil and structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil/structural engineering services industry.
• Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers. Assists with compiling studies and reports.
• 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 high voltage transmission lines.
• Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Eng

ABET accreditation preferred

GPA 3.0 preferred

Engineers in Training (EIT) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS/PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Transmission Engineer to support design teams on high voltage transmission projects. You will assist in planning, drawings, and field measurements under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer.

The role emphasizes producing concept through design documentation, coordinating with project managers, and contributing to a compliant and accurate design process. Strong communication and CAD skills are essential.