Staff Pipeline Facilities 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

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, 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.
• Performs 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: 263728

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