Lead Overhead Transmission Line Engineer (HV 69kV-500kV)

Burns & McDonnell; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement program

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Overhead Transmission Line Engineer in California to support our Transmission & Distribution practice. You will perform design, modeling, and documentation for HV overhead lines, guiding junior staff and interfacing with clients to ensure quality outcomes.

The role requires ABET-accredited civil engineering credentials, FE or equivalent, and strong knowledge of TL design tools. A leadership path and ESOP participation are available as you grow.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering degree and 3 years of transmission engineering experience.
• FE exam passed and 3 years of transmission engineering experience.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with 2 years of transmission experience.
• Experience with 69kV–500kV line design and PL S-CADD/PLS tools preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil/structural engineering techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with common engineering software and MS Office.
• EIT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform, lead, and oversee overhead transmission line design including PLS-CADD modeling and structure analysis.
• Prepare specifications for construction, hardware, materials for HV overhead lines and perform design development.
• Prepare construction drawings and cost estimates for HV transmission lines.
• Provide instruction and guidance to less experienced staff; may lead teams and interface with clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Engineering judgment

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

FE exam (Fundamentals of Engineering)

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT Certification preferred

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Overhead Transmission Line Engineer in California to support our Transmission & Distribution practice. You will perform design, modeling, and documentation for HV overhead lines, guiding junior staff and interfacing with clients to ensure quality outcomes.

The role requires ABET-accredited civil engineering credentials, FE or equivalent, and strong knowledge of TL design tools. A leadership path and ESOP participation are available as you grow.