Senior Underground Cables Engineer - Lead Design & Projects

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Cables Engineer in Kansas City. This role involves leading various cable project designs, conducting site evaluations, and overseeing the quality of designs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, 7 years of experience, and strong knowledge of cable design codes. The position demands excellent leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor team members. Join a diverse portfolio of projects while contributing to innovative cable solutions.

Qualifications

• 7 years of below-grade utility engineering experience is required.
• EPC project experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead various phases of planning and proposal preparation for cable projects.
• Conduct site evaluations and analytical designs.
• Oversee quality reviews of designs and project documentation.
• Organize and maintain project drawings and information.
• Train and mentor team members.

Skills

Cable project design

Design codes knowledge

Analytical problem-solving

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

A Senior Cables Engineer will lead various phases of planning, proposal preparation, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation and Cables plans as part of a project team. This position will lead various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Leads various cable project designs, including routing, duct bank design, conductor selection, splice vault design, cost estimating, and termination structure coordination.

• Leads production work, including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.

• Leads a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including routing and feasibility studies, detailed design, termination structure coordination, and coordinating interfaces with other parties, internal and external.

• Leads the quality review of designs or sketches and mark-ups on ongoing projects.

• Presents reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other topographical and geologic data to plan design projects.

• Interprets design codes and specifications related to design requirements.

• Leads design deliverables within scope, budget, and schedule.

• Quality reviews drawings and calculations for alignment, cable ampacity, cable pulling, etc.

• Incorporates and approves schedules, budgets, and project criteria into cable designs and layouts for project financial goals.

• Organizes and maintains all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.

• Trains, mentors, and develops staff members.

• Participates in marketing and client development meetings.

• Responsible for the Cables design QA/QC process.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program, and 7 years of below-grade utility engineering experience required Or Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of below-grade utility engineering experience required.

• EPC project experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of cable equipment design codes (e.g., IEEE, AEIC, ICEA). Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

• Strong knowledge of underground and/or submarine cables construction methods and cable system equipment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead the execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.

• 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.

• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Req ID: 261566

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D N/A