Senior Power Systems Protection Engineer

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for power system protection and control projects. Responsibilities include studies, design, and coordination across projects up to 500 kV, with opportunities for leadership and mentoring.

The role emphasizes protecting the electric grid, improving resiliency, and supporting business development through client communication and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field with 7+ years of experience.
• Master’s degree with 6+ years of related experience can substitute the bachelor’s +7 years.
• Professional Engineer licensure is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead or execute power system protection and control studies for projects up to 500 kV.
• Develop plans for major projects and assess feasibility of proposed applications.
• Coordinate project studies, reports, or design assignments within the department.
• Prepare protective settings and relay coordination analyses.
• Provide technical guidance, conduct design reviews, and support quality control.

Skills

Power systems modeling

Relay coordination

Substation design

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in related field

Professional Engineer licensure

Tools

ASPEN OneLiner

Electrocon CAPE

SEL AcSELerator

GE Enervista

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for power system protection and control projects. Responsibilities include studies, design, and coordination across projects up to 500 kV, with opportunities for leadership and mentoring.

The role emphasizes protecting the electric grid, improving resiliency, and supporting business development through client communication and project delivery.