Staff Pipeline Engineer – Southeast Region

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

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell seeks a Staff Pipeline Engineer to lead pipeline design across transmission and distribution projects from concept through design completion. You will collaborate with project teams to adapt designs to budgets, codes, and client needs, ensuring quality and safety.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (ABET) with 3 years of pipeline experience, FE option with 3 years, or MS with 2 years; strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, MicroStation) and MS Office proficiency;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program with 3 years pipeline engineering experience; consulting preferred.
• Or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology from ABET-accredited program, FE exam completed, and 3 years pipeline experience; consulting preferred.
• Or Master's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering with 2 years pipeline experience; consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of standard pipeline engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• 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 of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for various pipeline projects including transmission and distribution.
• Design pipeline components per project manager requirements.
• Apply pipeline engineering concepts, codes, and procedures.
• Research and compile project data, write specifications, and assess feasibility.
• Update drawings in CAD software to verify corrections.
• Prepare information for client presentations and contract administration.
• Conduct field inspections, measurements, or calculations for clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Pipeline design concepts

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

MS Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ATF

EIT Certification preferred

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology (FE option)

M.S. in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ATF

Job description

Burns & McDonnell seeks a Staff Pipeline Engineer to lead pipeline design across transmission and distribution projects from concept through design completion. You will collaborate with project teams to adapt designs to budgets, codes, and client needs, ensuring quality and safety.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (ABET) with 3 years of pipeline experience, FE option with 3 years, or MS with 2 years; strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, MicroStation) and MS Office proficiency;