Staff Substation Engineer – Southeast Region

Burns & McDonnell; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Substation Engineer to develop design deliverables for high‑voltage substations (13kV to 765kV). You will work with the project team through design and construction, adapting plans to budget, design factors, or client needs.

The role requires 3 years of substation engineering experience, ABET-accredited degrees, and strong communication/analytical skills. IEEE/NESC knowledge and MS Office proficiency are important. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program with 3 years of substation engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program with FE exam completed and 3 years of substation experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop design packages for high-voltage substations (13kV–765kV) from concept through construction.
• Prepare physical arrangements, protective relaying, control, grounding and lighting analyses.
• Perform substation calculations (insulation, voltage drop, cable sizing, conduit fill).
• Produce design sketches, estimates, BOMs, equipment specs and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with IEEE, NESC and industry standards.
• Support field inspections and data gathering.
• Assist with client presentations, reports, and visualizations.
• Identify and help resolve project issues with project team and client.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering Technology degree

FE exam completed (EIT)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Substation Engineer to develop design deliverables for high‑voltage substations (13kV to 765kV). You will work with the project team through design and construction, adapting plans to budget, design factors, or client needs.

The role requires 3 years of substation engineering experience, ABET-accredited degrees, and strong communication/analytical skills. IEEE/NESC knowledge and MS Office proficiency are important. Travel up to 10% may be required.