Principal Electrical Engineer, Power & Utilities (Hybrid)

Burns Engineering, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns Engineering, Inc. in Austin, TX, seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the Power & Utilities team on complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.

You will provide technical oversight, solve high-difficulty problems, and guide project teams and clients to successful outcomes. Qualifications include a BS in Electrical Engineering, 15+ years of relevant experience, and a PE license.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering required.
• 15+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PE licensure required at this level.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project work with all engineering staff and consultants.
• Troubleshoot and provide design and construction solutions.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques and analyses.
• Utilize current technology to select and apply appropriate engineering software.
• Perform complex engineering tasks and high-priority work with accuracy.
• Assist in recruiting, retaining and developing top talent.
• Establish productive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Represent the firm at technical conferences and client meetings.
• Contribute to performance management through feedback to the Project Manager.

Skills

Substation experience

Power systems modeling

PE license

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

15+ years experience

Job description

Burns Engineering, Inc. in Austin, TX, seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the Power & Utilities team on complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.

You will provide technical oversight, solve high-difficulty problems, and guide project teams and clients to successful outcomes. Qualifications include a BS in Electrical Engineering, 15+ years of relevant experience, and a PE license.