Staff Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical (Dallas/Fort Worth)

Burns & McDonnell; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Fort Worth is looking for experienced Electrical Engineers to focus on mission-critical data center projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related fields, along with relevant experience. Responsibilities include designing electrical systems, advising clients, and ensuring compliance with safety codes. Strong communication skills and proficiency in engineering software like AutoCAD are essential. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering with 3 years experience or equivalent.
• Master Degree in Electrical Engineering with 2 years experience.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems to ensure safety.
• Advise clients on electrical systems and safety compliance.
• Monitor installation for adherence to specifications.
• Develop design criteria for protective devices and distribution.

Skills

Standard engineering techniques and procedures

Written and verbal communication skills

Quantitative problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Team building and collaboration

Proficient in AutoCAD

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Technology and FE exam

Master Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

2D and 3D rendering programs

Analysis programs

Job description

Overview

Burns & McDonnell is a company comprised of more than 14,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants, and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Burns & McDonnell’s Mission Critical team was ranked #1 by the ENR in 2025. We have opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast-paced, innovative sectors of high-tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing exponentially. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice for Burns & McDonnell involving exciting, collaborative work across many departments.

Burns & McDonnell has exciting opportunities for Electrical Engineers interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast paced, innovative companies for high tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical systems/equipment to provide for a useful and safe workplace.
• Advise clients regarding electrical systems/requirements available to meet their needs and comply with safety codes.
• Monitor installation of designed equipment/systems to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety codes.
• Participate in developing the design criteria for protective device coordination, relay applications, medium voltage transformers, switchgear, medium and low voltage distribution.
• Reviews electrical designs and specifications of equipment or systems being purchased or fabricated.
• Developing concept studies and design.
• Enforces standards and practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required or
• Bachelor Degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required or
• Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required
• Strong knowledge in standard 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.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs and other analysis programs.
• 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 Electrical Engineering

Primary Location US-TX-Dallas

Other Locations US-TX-Fort Worth

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 260413

Job Hire Type Experienced #GFS