Junior Transmission Line Civil Engineer

Burns & McDonnell; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Civil/Transmission Engineer in Austin, TX to support project teams in designing high voltage transmission lines (69-500kV) from concept through construction. You will work under a licensed PE and assist with drawings, studies, and client communications.

This entry-level role emphasizes ABET-accredited civil engineering education, internship experience, and strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, REVIT).

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil 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.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

PLS

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Revit

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Civil/Transmission Engineer in Austin, TX to support project teams in designing high voltage transmission lines (69-500kV) from concept through construction. You will work under a licensed PE and assist with drawings, studies, and client communications.

This entry-level role emphasizes ABET-accredited civil engineering education, internship experience, and strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, REVIT).