Energy & Utilities Analyst – Grid Modernization & Planning

Burns & McDonnell; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell, through 1898 & Co., seeks an Assistant Electrical Engineer / Energy & Utilities Analyst to support grid modernization and distribution planning in Charlotte, NC. You will assist with power supply planning studies, life-cycle cost assessments, and financial analyses for utility projects, under supervision of a consultant or project manager.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, modeling with power system software, and preparing client reports and presentations to inform

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
• Basic knowledge in standard engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, interprets, and applies engineering, financial, and economic conditions to client projects.
• Assists with power system studies including power flow, stability, and economic dispatch.
• Supports transmission/distribution study analysis using power system software.
• Prepares technical reports and client presentations summarizing results.
• Assists with designing and reviewing drawings for project requirements.
• Complies with policies and standards.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Burns & McDonnell, through 1898 & Co., seeks an Assistant Electrical Engineer / Energy & Utilities Analyst to support grid modernization and distribution planning in Charlotte, NC. You will assist with power supply planning studies, life-cycle cost assessments, and financial analyses for utility projects, under supervision of a consultant or project manager.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, modeling with power system software, and preparing client reports and presentations to inform