Staff Structural Engineer, T&D Projects

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

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell seeks a Staff Structural Engineer to design structures for transmission and distribution projects. You will adapt plans across conceptual to design completion, mentor junior engineers, and ensure QA/QC in collaboration with project teams.

The role requires ABET-accredited degrees, FE/advanced credentials, and strong communication with multi-disciplinary teams. Located in Atlanta with opportunities across several US locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or ABET-accredited related degree with 3 years of structural experience.
• Alternate: BE/BS in Structural/Engineering Technology, FE, and 3 years experience.
• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering with 2 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design from concept through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for transmission and distribution projects.
• Design structural components per project manager requirements.
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Conduct field inspections and QA/QC to ensure standards.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and maintain safety compliance.

Skills

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited BE/BS in Structural Engineering

FE exam completed

MS in Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA 3D

AutoCAD

MathCAD

Job description

Burns & McDonnell seeks a Staff Structural Engineer to design structures for transmission and distribution projects. You will adapt plans across conceptual to design completion, mentor junior engineers, and ensure QA/QC in collaboration with project teams.

The role requires ABET-accredited degrees, FE/advanced credentials, and strong communication with multi-disciplinary teams. Located in Atlanta with opportunities across several US locations.