Electrical Engineer - Networks, Integration, & Automation (Vancouver, WA)

Burns & McDonnell; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead telecommunications projects from our Vancouver, WA office. You will design electrical systems, perform field inspections, and develop network diagrams for grid modernization and private LTE initiatives.

Join a nationwide team that values technical mentorship and career growth. The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) and at least 3 years of telecom experience, with FE/EIT eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• FE or EIT exam completed or eligible.
• 3 years of electrical telecommunications engineering experience (consulting preferred).
• MS in Electrical Engineering may substitute for 1 year of experience.
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Executes the electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Research, designs, and compiles project data as required.
• Applies knowledge of electrical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures.
• Performs field inspections, measurements, or calculations for clients.
• Creates project deliverables including device configurations, network diagrams, and specifications.
• Utilizes GIS, 3D scanning, and model-based design tools.
• Modifies and reviews construction drawings and client presentations.
• Meets and builds relationships with clients and key contacts.
• Performs design quality reviews.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Telecommunications

GIS

3D scanning

Analytical thinking

Education

ABET-accredited BS Electrical Engineering

MS Electrical Engineering substitution for 1 year experience

FE/EIT eligible

Tools

GIS

3D scanning

Model-based design

Field measurements

Job description

Description

Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for an Electrical Engineer to support our Vancouver, Washington office. This person will serve as a lead engineer on telecommunications projects. You will have the opportunity at Burns & McDonnell to build your own success story, both personally and professionally. You will be empowered to build your career with a company that supports the creation of infrastructure for the largest and most complex machine humans have ever built, and which literally powers our society. Join our team working on dynamic projects engineering communications and network solutions that are modernizing today’s electric grid infrastructure. We want you to bring your unique experiences, talents, and perspectives to our diverse team to make our client projects successful!

Networks, Integration & Automation (NIA)

Projects

As an engineer at Burns & McDonnell, you will be a key part of our nationwide team. Burns & McDonnell will provide you on-the-job training, technical mentorship, and personal development as you support the following projects:

• Grid Modernization: Now, more than ever, reliable and secure communication for grid operations is essential. We work with electric utilities to expand their capabilities with the latest technologies for remote monitoring, automation, and control to improve their operational efficiency.

• Networks: We help our clients build redundant, long-haul, high-capacity data networks via a variety of technologies that are used for both business/IT needs as well as the day-to-day operational needs that keep the lights on.

• Renewable Energy: With the expansion of renewable energy technologies, our team works to connect these assets to electric grid infrastructure to provide critical communications for the local utility and system operator in areas such as offshore wind, solar photovoltaic (PV), hydroelectric power, and battery storage.

• Rural Broadband: As engineers, we have a social responsibility to support our communities. Our NIA team works to help our clients provide high-speed internet access to rural communities to advance educational and economic opportunities and help close the digital divide.

• Private LTE: We are supporting development of entirely private carrier-grade networks for electric utilities, unlocking new capabilities to monitor and manage the grid and ultimately better serve customers. Private LTE is one application of many within our wireless portfolio.

• Fiber: Fiber optic infrastructure is one of the fastest ways that utilities transmit high-bandwidth data, and our team is helping to expand that infrastructure from their core networks all the way to customer homes.

• Electric Vehicles: We work with industry leaders and electric utilities to help our customers transition to beneficial and cost-effective transportation electrification.

Job Responsibilities

• Executes the electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

• Research, designs, and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.

• Applies knowledge of commonly used electrical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.

• Performs field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.

• Creates project deliverables including but not limited to device configurations, network architecture diagrams, and specifications.

• Utilizes innovative tools such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), 3D scanning, and model-based design.

• Modifies and reviews construction drawings and client presentations for a variety of projects primarily related, but not limited, to electric utilities.

• Meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel to develop relationships with key client points of contact.

• Performs design quality reviews.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.

• Or Bachelor of Science in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering may be substituted for 1 year experience.

• 3 years of electrical telecommunications engineering experience, consulting preferred.

• Successful completion (i.e.passing) FE or EIT preferred.

• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques 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 in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Must be capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.

• Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.

Compensation

$110,000.00-165,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Electrical Engineering

Primary Location US-WA-Vancouver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 260114

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D