Staff Distribution Engineer (Southwest Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Albuquerque, NM invites applications for a Staff Distribution Engineer to join project teams designing and delivering electrical distribution projects from concept to construction.

Responsibilities include preparing distribution voltage packages, sketches, cost estimates, and BOMs, performing power flow and pole loading calculations, and ensuring compliance with NESC and utility standards. Field inspections and client communications are also key parts of the role.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree and 3 years relevant experience required.
• FE exam completion and 3 years relevant experience required.
• Master's in Engineering with 2 years relevant experience required.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution power flow.
• Proficiency with distribution design software and GIS; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare distribution voltage packages for overhead and underground projects.
• Create design sketches, cost estimates, BOMs, and other deliverables.
• Perform distribution calculations including cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading.
• Apply NESC and utility standards, guides, specs, and procedures.
• Research and compile project-related data for managers.
• Conduct field inspections of overhead and underground facilities.
• Prepare and share project communication on vegetation management, ROW, and outages.
• Develop client presentations and reports to illustrate results and status.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to all policies and standards.

Skills

Electrical distribution

Power flow analysis

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Bachelor's)

FE exam completed

ABET-accredited engineering technology degree

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Distribution design software

GIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The Staff Distribution Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on various 2.4kV to 34.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects. The Staff Distribution Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

• Develop and prepare distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design.

• Develop and prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.

• Perform various distribution calculations, including cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading calculations.

• Apply strong knowledge of NESC standards and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.

• Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.

• Perform field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private utility systems.

• Prepare and disseminate project communication regarding vegetation management, third-party attachments, right-of-way, and outage planning.

• Develop client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of relevant engineering experience required, consulting preferred.

• Or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related Engineering Technology degree from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of relevant engineering experience required, consulting preferred.

• Or Master's degree in Engineering and 2 years of relevant engineering experience required, consulting preferred.

• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution power flow.

• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

• Proficiency in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design.

• Strong knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting for distribution projects.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification 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-NM-Albuquerque

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263425

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