Senior Electrical Engineer – Federal & Aviation Systems
Burns & McDonnell
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Job summary
Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Aviation & Federal global practice in Kansas City. You will lead building electrical systems design, oversee power, lighting, grounding and LV work for DOE-related facilities, and coordinate with multi-discipline teams.
The role requires PE licensure, ABET credentials, and strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA/IEEE standards. You'll mentor junior staff, perform site verifications, and participate in client meetings while managing
Qualifications
- PE license and ABET-accredited degree required.
- Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering; 7+ years’ experience or Master's with 6+ years.
- Ability to obtain DoE security clearance and work with federal projects.
- Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and IEEE standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design of building electrical systems: power, lighting, grounding, LV.
- Serve as technical expert on airport, federal, and defense projects.
- Coordinate with architects and other disciplines for integrated design.
- Conduct site investigations and condition assessments for design info.
- Prepare calculations, drawings, specs using Revit/AutoCAD.
- Lead or support electrical system modeling and arc flash studies.
- Participate in client meetings, design reviews and presentations.
- Manage electrical scope, schedule, and budget on projects.
- Mentor junior engineers and designers; promote team development.
- Support construction-phase services: submittals, RFIs, field support.
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Job description
Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Aviation & Federal global practice in Kansas City. You will lead building electrical systems design, oversee power, lighting, grounding and LV work for DOE-related facilities, and coordinate with multi-discipline teams.
The role requires PE licensure, ABET credentials, and strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA/IEEE standards. You'll mentor junior staff, perform site verifications, and participate in client meetings while managing
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