Junior Transmission Engineer – HV Lines & Civil/Mech Design

Burns & McDonnell

St. Louis (MO)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Saint Louis is seeking an Assistant Transmission Engineer to assist licensed engineers with the design of new projects, alterations, and redevelopments for high voltage transmission lines (69-500kV). You will work with project teams through design and construction, adapting plans to budget and client needs.

You will help prepare drawings, review CAD outputs, support field inspections, and assist with data collection, reports and client presentations.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical 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, codes, and procedures 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.