Staff Civil Engineer - Substation (Atlanta)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Atlanta seeks a Staff Civil Engineer to join their team. The role involves performing civil design and reviewing production drawings for various transmission and distribution projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with at least three years of experience, preferably in consulting. Strong computer skills in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, along with excellent analytical and communication skills, are required. The position involves mentoring junior engineers and conducting field inspections as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering plus 3 years of experience required.
• Strong knowledge in civil engineering techniques and procedures.
• Experience with civil-site design or power industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil design of projects from conceptual phase to completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for various projects.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced engineers.

Skills

Standard civil engineering techniques

Excellent written communication

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

HEC-RAS

HydroCAD

Job description

Description

The Staff Civil Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of transmission and distribution projects. The Staff Civil Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting civil plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Perform civil design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of transmission and distribution projects.
• Design civil components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used civil engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications.
• Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract.
• Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the civil engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of civil engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
• Or Bachelor’s degree in civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program, successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of civil engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
• Or Master’s degree in civil engineering and 2 years of civil engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MathCAD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, , civil analysis programs (e.g. HEC‑RAS, HydroCAD).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience with civil‑site design, grading, or related engineering disciplines for electrical substations.
• Experience with utility or power industry standards and practices.
• Experience preparing permits for regulatory agencies.
• Experience with full lifecycle EPC project delivery.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.

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

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