Staff Electrical Engineer – Water & Wastewater Systems (ESOP)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Denver, CO, is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to design electrical systems for municipal and industrial water and wastewater facilities. You will lead projects from concept through completion, coordinating with PMs, engineers, designers, and field staff to deliver plans, specs, and cost estimates while upholding quality, budget and schedule.

The role offers growth in electrical and/or I&C projects, with travel as needed and a collaborative, employee-owned environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from ABET-accredited program with 3 years of experience (EPC preferred).
• Bachelor's in Electrical or related Engineering Technology with FE exam completed and 3 years of experience (EPC preferred).
• Master's in Electrical Engineering with 2 years of experience (EPC preferred).
• Strong knowledge of electrical equipment design and ANSI/IEEE standards; excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify electrical systems for municipal/industrial water/wastewater facilities.
• Execute studies: power, short-circuit, coordination, arc flash.
• Perform field inspections and measurements for clients.
• Provide construction administration support (submittals, RFI, change orders).
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across offices.
• Develop proposals and technical memoranda.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Teamwork / collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering Technology degree

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

FE examination passed

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Are you ready to join our expanding team of talented electrical engineers? Our Water team is growing its footprint in the Mountain region, centered in Denver, CO. We are seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to execute design efforts for treatment plant expansions, pump station rehabilitation, greenfield projects, electrical equipment replacements, and SCADA upgrade projects. The engineer in this role will work with project managers, senior and staff electrical engineers, designers, drafters, estimators, and other engineering disciplines to ensure that project quality, budget, and schedule are met. This role also offers career growth opportunities for on electrical and/or I&C-specific projects as well as participating in projects utilizing various delivery methods to create world-class designs meeting our client’s needs.

• The Staff Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the design and specification of electrical systems associated with municipal and industrial drinking and wastewater pumping facilities and treatment plants.

• From conceptual phase through completion, the Staff Electrical Engineer will execute complex projects for the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and studies from inception to completion.

• Electrical systems include low and medium-voltage power, lighting, SCADA and process controls, process instrumentation, voice/data networking, fiber optics, emergency power systems, UPS, security systems, CCTV, fire alarm, and commercial/industrial facility building systems.

• Research and compile project related data, as required.

• Apply knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.

• Perform the following studies for water and wastewater treatment electrical and control systems: power supply studies, short-circuit studies, coordination studies, and arc flash studies.

• Perform field inspections, measurements, and calculations for public and private clients.

• Provide construction administration support, including submittal review, procurement, response to Contractor’s requests for information, review and approval of change orders, and development of record of construction documents.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams across multiple office locations.

• Develop proposals and technical memorandums.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

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

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of electrical equipment design, ANSI and IEEE Standards. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• 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 travel.

Compensation

$125,000.00-175,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

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-CO-Denver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 263615

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JJ #WTR