Lead Substation Physical Engineer — 765kV Projects

Burns & McDonnell; Baltimore (MD); Presencial; USD 160.000 - 250.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Substation Physical Engineer to lead physical design for high-voltage substations (13kV–765kV) and guide projects from concept to completion. You will ensure designs meet budgetary and client needs while coordinating with project teams.

You will mentor engineers, apply IEEE/NESC standards, and deliver sketches, BOMs, equipment specs, and field-verified deliverables across Brownfield and Greenfield projects.

Formación

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Responsabilidades

• Leads substation physical design from concept through completion, including arrangement, grounding, conduit, and lighting.
• Leads development of substation calculations (insulation, voltage drop, cable sizing, conduit fill).
• Prepares design sketches, cost estimates, equipment specifications, BOMs, and other deliverables.
• Applies IEEE, NESC, and other standards in design work.
• Leads coordination between protection, control, and civil/structural teams.
• Mentors and develops engineers, reviewing work and boosting team capability.
• Performs field site walkdowns and verifications, incorporating findings into deliverables.
• Manages schedule and budget, resolving project issues.
• Ensures QA/QC through design reviews and client-facing deliverables.
• Identifies process improvements and implements workflow optimizations.
• Develops client relationships and assists with proposals including schedules and budgets.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Educación

ABET-accredited Electrical/Mechanical Eng

ABET-accredited Eng Tech + FE exam

Descripción del empleo

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Substation Physical Engineer to lead physical design for high-voltage substations (13kV–765kV) and guide projects from concept to completion. You will ensure designs meet budgetary and client needs while coordinating with project teams.

You will mentor engineers, apply IEEE/NESC standards, and deliver sketches, BOMs, equipment specs, and field-verified deliverables across Brownfield and Greenfield projects.