Staff Pipeline Engineer (Southeast Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in the United States is seeking a Staff Pipeline Engineer to join project teams delivering world-class pipeline design for transmission and distribution projects. You will design, review, and update drawings, perform field measurements, and compile data and specifications for client presentations under senior engineers.

The role requires a ABET-accredited engineering degree with 3 years of pipeline experience (or FE with 3 years, or a master's with 2 years), strong CAD skills,

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited program and 3 years of pipeline engineering experience required; consulting preferred.
• Or ABET-accredited program with FE exam completed and 3 years of pipeline engineering experience; consulting preferred.
• Or Master's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and 2 years of pipeline engineering experience; consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard pipeline engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, ATF).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipeline design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for pipeline projects including transmission & distribution.
• Design pipeline components per project manager needs.
• Apply pipeline engineering concepts, codes, and procedures within the pipeline engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project-related data, write specifications, assess feasibility or soundness.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.
• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for pipeline projects.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Attention to detail

EIT preferred

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

ABET-accredited degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology

FE exam completed

Master's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ATF

Job description

Description

• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.

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

• Perform pipeline design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects, including but not limited to projects including pipeline projects, including transmission & distribution pipelines.

• Design pipeline components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

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

• Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers. Compile studies and reports. Write specifications. Assess feasibility or soundness of proposed applications when data is insufficient, or testing is advisable.

• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.

• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of pipeline projects, including transmission & distribution pipelines.

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

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

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

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

• Or Master's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and 2 years of pipeline engineering experience required, consulting preferred.

• Strong knowledge in standard pipeline engineering techniques and procedures.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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

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

• Strong computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, ATF).

• 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-GA-Atlanta

Other Locations US-TN-Chattanooga, US-NC-Charlotte

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263732

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D