Staff Pipeline Engineer (Southeast Region)

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

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell seeks a Staff Pipeline Engineer to join project teams delivering world-class pipeline design for transmission and distribution projects. You will guide the design from concept through construction, updating drawings and compiling data for client presentations and contract documents.

The role requires strong knowledge of pipeline engineering techniques, excellent communication, and the ability to work analytically in a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from ABET-accredited program with 3 years of pipeline experience.
• Alternative degree path with FE exam and 3 years pipeline experience.
• Master's degree with 2 years pipeline experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipeline design from concept through design completion.
• Review and modify production drawings for various pipeline projects.
• Design components to meet project needs and manager specifications.
• Apply pipeline engineering concepts, codes, and procedures.
• Research data, compile reports, and write specifications.
• Update drawings using CAD software and verify corrections.
• Prepare client presentations and contract documentation for pipeline projects.
• Conduct field inspections, measurements, and calculations.
• Comply with policies and standards.

Skills

Pipeline design

CAD proficiency

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Office software

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

EIT preferred

Education

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

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical/Civil Eng. Technology with FE

M.S. in Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ATF

Job description

Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.

Description

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 #T&D