Senior Transmission Line Engineer - HV/69-500kV Design & Field

Burns & McDonnell; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Columbus, OH is seeking a Staff Transmission Line Engineer to join our Transmission & Distribution team. The role focuses on high voltage line design (69-500 kV) using PLS-CADD, with responsibilities from construction documents to field support.

The ideal candidate has ABET-accredited degree, 3 years of transmission experience, FE/PE or EIT preferred, and strong communication and teamwork. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from ABET-accredited program with 3 years of transmission engineering experience; consulting preferred.
• Or Bachelor's Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from ABET-accredited program with FE exam pass and 3 years of transmission experience; consulting preferred.
• Or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering with 2 years of transmission engineering experience; consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of standard civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative environment; strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, CAD).
• Engineers in Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design high and extra-high voltage transmission lines (69-500kV) using PLS-CADD.
• Prepare construction documents including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation drawings.
• Prepare specifications and project design criteria.
• Provide field support during construction.
• Build and maintain client relationships and provide technical leadership to staff.
• Experience with HVDC is a plus.
• Occasional travel to client and project locations.

Skills

Transmission design

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

RISA-3D

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

FE exam completed

Master's in Civil Engineering

EIT Certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

PLS-CADD

Revit BIM

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Columbus, OH is seeking a Staff Transmission Line Engineer to join our Transmission & Distribution team. The role focuses on high voltage line design (69-500 kV) using PLS-CADD, with responsibilities from construction documents to field support.

The ideal candidate has ABET-accredited degree, 3 years of transmission experience, FE/PE or EIT preferred, and strong communication and teamwork. Occasional travel is expected.