Junior Transmission Engineer - HV Lines & CAD Design

Burns & McDonnell; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Insurance & disability

Paid time off and wellness programs

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell seeks an Assistant Transmission Engineer to assist licensed engineers in creating designs for overhead and underground transmission lines. You will help develop drawings, review CAD outputs, and support field inspections through project delivery in Columbus area.

The role emphasizes collaboration, methodical problem solving, and proficiency with CAD tools, BIM/Revit, and civil/structural analysis software. Candidates should be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of 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 strong critical thinking.
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office).
• Basic CAD/engineering tools: AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, teamwork, organization and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) preferred.
• 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Campus or community involvement preferred.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the country of location.

Responsibilities

• Assists in transmission line design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for 69-500 kV transmission lines.
• Assists in designing line components including plan/profile drawings and foundation diagrams.
• Apply basic civil/structural engineering concepts per project needs.
• Assist in compiling project data, studies and reports.
• Assist in correcting drawings across CAD software under senior engineers.
• Support client presentations, shop drawing review and contract administration.
• Participate in field inspections, measurements or calculations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Quantitative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Eng

ABET accreditation preferred

Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred

GPA 3.0+ preferred

Internship/consulting experience preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS / PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCADD

MS Office

Job description

Burns & McDonnell seeks an Assistant Transmission Engineer to assist licensed engineers in creating designs for overhead and underground transmission lines. You will help develop drawings, review CAD outputs, and support field inspections through project delivery in Columbus area.

The role emphasizes collaboration, methodical problem solving, and proficiency with CAD tools, BIM/Revit, and civil/structural analysis software. Candidates should be legally eligible to work in the United States.