Electrical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Electrical Engineer for our Detroit area office. You will work on power generation and heavy industrial projects, contributing to design and retrofit efforts across multiple sites including Detroit, Chicago, and Denver.

The role emphasizes field work, client interaction, and adherence to industry standards. The position requires a ABET-accredited EE degree with 3+ years of experience or FE with degree and 3+ years, with PE/ET preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from ABET accredited program and 3 years of EE experience, or
• Bachelor's degree in electrical or related Engineering Technology from ABET accredited program and FE exam, and 3 years EE experience, consulting preferred, or
• Master's degree in electrical engineering and 2 years EE experience, consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings.
• Design electrical components per project needs and manager direction.
• Apply knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, codes, and procedures.
• Research and compile project data for managers.
• Use design software to perform calculations and plant designs.
• Prepare information for client presentations and contract administration.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations on site.
• Act as field engineer on construction sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical design

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited EE degree

FE exam completed

M.S. in EE

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

2D/3D rendering

Microsoft Office

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

• 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 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 OR
• Bachelor's degree in electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred OR
• Master's degree in electrical engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including team building, collaboration, and organization.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrate strong critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills include Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs, and other analysis programs.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification preferred, Professional Engineer (PE) license encouraged.

Compensation

$105,000.00-170,000.00 Yearly

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 see the Benefits & Wellness page.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job: Electrical Engineering

Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations: US-MO-Saint Louis, 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

Job Hire Type: Experienced (#LI-JJ #PWR)