Senior Transmission Design Engineer

Burns & McDonnell

San Juan (PR)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in San Juan, Puerto Rico seeks a Senior Transmission Engineer to lead the design of complex transmission line projects, providing technical oversight and guiding design staff from concept to completion.

The role requires expert knowledge of transmission concepts, codes (NESC/NERC), and multiple CAD and analysis tools; you will mentor engineers, review vendor drawings, develop cost proposals, and build relationships with clients and contractors.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
Or Bachelor's degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful FE exam and 7 years of transmission engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
Or Master's degree in Engineering and 6 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of transmission design codes and computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, transmission analysis programs.
Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
Ability to travel.
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead transmission design of projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
Prepare transmission equipment specifications and data sheets, RFQs, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
Lead economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance, and grounding calculations/studies.
Lead calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes.
Review transmission equipment vendor drawings and interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines.
Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget, staffing, and construction planning.
Apply expert knowledge of transmission concepts, practices, codes and procedures.
Quality review production drawings and construction administration.
Lead field inspections, installation, measurements, or calculations for public/private clients.
Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
Build relationships with clients and contractors; identify new business opportunities.
Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements.
Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates; report project performance.
Provide leadership and mentorship to the transmission engineering practice.
QA/QC process adherence; coordinate with other disciplines; ensure safety policies.