Electrical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Power global practice, supporting the design and construction of power generation facilities and related heavy industrial projects.

You will work on both new and retrofit projects, guiding electrical design from concept through design completion, and collaborating with project teams across disciplines while adapting plans to client requirements and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of 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.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs, and other analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings.
• Design electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Apply strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
• Efficiently utilize a number of design software tools to perform engineering calculations and physical plant designs.
• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations in support of project execution.
• Act as a field engineer on construction sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical design

Field engineering

Communication skills

Problem solving

AutoCAD

MicroStation

2D/3D rendering tools

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering Technology

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

FE exam

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

2D rendering

3D rendering

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell's Power global practice is seeking to hire an experienced Electrical Engineer in the listed office location. The Power Division focuses on the design and construction of power generation facilities, including fossil, hydrogen, solar, nuclear, and energy storage. Projects also include other types of heavy industrial facilities, such as decarbonization, mining, and gas compression. The project diversity offers a wide range of design and project execution experiences on both multi-discipline and electrical-only projects.

Engineered systems include the electrical interconnect to the bulk power grid and all auxiliary electric power equipment in the facility. Equipment includes rotating machines, such as generators and motors, solar photovoltaic panels, inverters, energy storage systems, such as batteries, large power transformers, generator circuit breakers, isolated phase bus duct, non-segregated phase bus duct, switchgear, motor control centers, small power transformers, variable frequency drives, station batteries, and UPS systems.

The Electrical Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for both new and retrofit projects on a variety of projects. The Electrical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to client requirements, industry standards, and budget constraints.

Responsibilities to include:

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

• Modify and review production drawings.

• Design electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

• Apply strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.

• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.

• Efficiently utilize a number of design software tools to perform engineering calculations and physical plant designs.

• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.

• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations in support of project execution.

• Act as a field engineer on construction sites.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred required.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.

• Strong knowledge of 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.

• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

• Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs, and other analysis programs.

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred

Compensation

$110,000.00-175,000.00 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.

Job Electrical Engineering

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations US-MO-Saint Louis, US-AZ-Phoenix, US-TX-Houston, US-NC-Raleigh, US-FL-Orlando, US-CO-Denver, US-NC-Charlotte, US-MI-Detroit, US-IL-Chicago, US-OH-Columbus

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 262272

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JJ #PWR