Staff Transmission Engineer (Multiple California Locations)
Burns & McDonnell
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Job summary
Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Overhead Transmission Line Engineer in California to support our Transmission & Distribution practice. You will perform design, modeling, and documentation for HV overhead lines, guiding junior staff and interfacing with clients to ensure quality outcomes.
The role requires ABET-accredited civil engineering credentials, FE or equivalent, and strong knowledge of TL design tools. A leadership path and ESOP participation are available as you grow.
Qualifications
- ABET-accredited civil engineering degree and 3 years of transmission engineering experience.
- FE exam passed and 3 years of transmission engineering experience.
- Master's degree in Civil Engineering with 2 years of transmission experience.
- Experience with 69kV–500kV line design and PL S-CADD/PLS tools preferred.
- Strong knowledge of civil/structural engineering techniques.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient with common engineering software and MS Office.
- EIT certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform, lead, and oversee overhead transmission line design including PLS-CADD modeling and structure analysis.
- Prepare specifications for construction, hardware, materials for HV overhead lines and perform design development.
- Prepare construction drawings and cost estimates for HV transmission lines.
- Provide instruction and guidance to less experienced staff; may lead teams and interface with clients.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Job description
At Burns & McDonnell, you're in control of your career potential. And with more than 350 service specialties, you can grow within the company. Our formula is simple: hire the best people, find out what they enjoy and are great at, and help them succeed. You'll lead or support important projects for interesting clients and reap the rewards of employee-ownership — a difference maker with tangible and intangible benefits. You'll create amazing for clients and for yourself. If you are passionate about the work you do and want to keep growing in your career, we want to talk to you!
Our California region is looking for a Staff Overhead Transmission Line Engineer to support our growing Transmission & Distribution practice. The successful candidate will:
- Perform, lead, and oversee all engineering responsibilities related to overhead transmission line design. This includes PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout, swing angle, damper recommendations, structure spotting, clearance reports, wire selection, etc.
- Prepare specifications for construction, hardware, and materials for high voltage overhead transmission line (HV OH T-Line); structure design and development; hardware design and selection; and field installation supervision.
- Prepare construction drawings and cost estimates for high voltage overhead transmission lines.
- Additional responsibilities include providing instruction and guidance to less experienced staff members. This position may develop into a leadership role at which point this individual will be expected to lead teams of engineers as well as be a primary interface between Burns & McDonnell Engineers and our clients. Experience as the technical lead on projects and performing quality reviews is a plus.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program, and 3 years of transmission engineering experience required; consulting preferred.
- Or Bachelor's degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of transmission engineering experience required, consulting preferred.
- Or master's degree in Civil Engineering and 2 years of transmission engineering experience required, consulting preferred.
- Experience in 69kV to 500kV line design and working knowledge and/or expertise in Power Line system-based programs (i.e., PLS, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.) preferred.
- Strong knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
- Strong computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, transmission analysis programs.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.
$120,000.00-180,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Electrical Engineering
US-CA-San Diego
US-CA-Brea, US-CA-Walnut Creek
Full-time
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