Staff Electrical Engineer - Substation (Great Lakes Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer for substation design in the Great Lakes Region. This role involves collaborating with a multi-discipline team, ensuring quality in electrical designs, and leading project initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and experience in substation projects. Competitive salary and extensive benefits are offered, along with opportunities for leadership and client interaction.

Benefits

Insurance

Disability

Time Off

Wellness Programs

ESOP

401(k)

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of substation electrical engineering experience.
• Preferred: Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completion.

Responsibilities

• Design of electrical substations including yard layout and grounding.
• Lead project teams and present designs to clients.

Skills

Communication

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Mathcad

WinIGS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Staff Electrical Engineer - Substation (Great Lakes Region)

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Job Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Electrical Engineer to develop designs of electrical substations supporting the safe and reliable delivery of electricity across the US and Canada. This role involves working with a multi-discipline team on various facets of substation design and project management, with opportunities for leadership and client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Design of electrical substations, including yard layout, grounding, lightning protection, and control building arrangements.
• Protection and control system design, including panel arrangements, schematics, and wiring.
• Review and oversee quality of substation design work.
• Prepare equipment specifications and perform field inspections.
• Lead project teams to ensure success.
• Present designs to clients and authorities, and coordinate with vendors and contractors.
• Participate in project proposals and develop into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Preferred: Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completion.
• Minimum 3 years of substation electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE/ANSI Standards.
• Strong communication and computer skills (e.g., Mathcad, WinIGS, Microsoft Office).

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $105,000 - $170,000/year, based on experience and qualifications. Includes participation in bonus programs.

Extensive benefits package, including insurance, disability, time off, wellness programs, ESOP, and 401(k).

Additional Details

Location: Chicago, IL or Pittsburgh, PA; Full-time; Travel: 15%; Job ID: 250134; Employment type: Full-time, experienced.