Junior Civil/Transmission Engineer - HV Design

Burns & McDonnell; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Assistant Civil/Transmission Engineer to support project teams in designing high voltage transmission lines from concept to construction. You will review drawings, develop plan/profile data, and assist with field measurements and client presentations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, precise CAD work across software suites, and adherence to standards. Degree in civil/structural engineering and EIT preferred; open to new grads with internship

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program. ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques, principles 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 computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Basic computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and civil/structural analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the transmission line design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects involving high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines.
• Assists in designing transmission line components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers including plan and profile drawings, structure load diagrams and foundation drawings.
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil and structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices within the civil/structural engineering services industry.
• Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.
• Assists with compiling studies and reports.
• Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of high voltage transmission lines.
• Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Assistant Civil/Transmission Engineer to support project teams in designing high voltage transmission lines from concept to construction. You will review drawings, develop plan/profile data, and assist with field measurements and client presentations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, precise CAD work across software suites, and adherence to standards. Degree in civil/structural engineering and EIT preferred; open to new grads with internship