Associate Distribution Engineer

Burns & McDonnell; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern/Associate to assist in distribution project design from concept through design completion. You will help prepare voltage calculations, BOMs, cost estimates, and deliverables for overhead and underground systems.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in mechanical or electrical engineering, FE exam completed or EIT preferred, and strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• FE exam completed or EIT preferred (ABET-accredited program strongly preferred).
• Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and basic design software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design of distribution projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
• Perform distribution calculations, including voltage drop and pole loading calculations.
• Assist with field inspections for overhead and underground facilities on public and private utility systems.
• Assist with client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field

FE exam completed / EIT preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Distribution design software

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Engineering Intern/Associate to assist in distribution project design from concept through design completion. You will help prepare voltage calculations, BOMs, cost estimates, and deliverables for overhead and underground systems.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in mechanical or electrical engineering, FE exam completed or EIT preferred, and strong communication and analytical skills.