Assistant Transmission Engineer - High-Voltage Grid Design

Burns & McDonnell; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Transmission Engineer to support design teams on high voltage transmission projects (69-500kV) in Saint Louis, MO. You’ll work under a licensed PE and help modify drawings, perform field inspections, and assist with client presentations and contract administration.

The role emphasizes hands-on CAD work, collaboration with project managers, and strong analytical skills to adapt designs within budget and client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (ABET preferred).
• Internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD.

Responsibilities

• Assists in transmission line design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with reviewing production drawings for high voltage lines (69-500kV).
• Assists in designing transmission line components per project needs.
• Applies basic civil/structural engineering concepts to projects.
• Assists in researching and compiling project data and studies.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Team collaboration

Engineering fundamentals

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Eng

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS/PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCADD

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Transmission Engineer to support design teams on high voltage transmission projects (69-500kV) in Saint Louis, MO. You’ll work under a licensed PE and help modify drawings, perform field inspections, and assist with client presentations and contract administration.

The role emphasizes hands-on CAD work, collaboration with project managers, and strong analytical skills to adapt designs within budget and client needs.