Staff Transmission Engineer - Overhead Transmission (Northeast Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement program

Employee-owned company

Job summary

Responsibilities include preparing equipment specifications, RFQs, and reports; performing conductor selection, grounding studies, and compliance with NERC/FERC standards; and updating CAD drawings while supporting field inspections and client presentations.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree with 3 years transmission experience; consulting preferred.
• FE exam with 3 years transmission engineering experience; consulting preferred.
• Master's in Civil Engineering with 2 years transmission experience; consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of standard civil/structural engineering techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Strong experience with CAD tools: AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS/PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCAD.
• Attention to detail, facilitation, teamwork, organization, and problem solving.
• EIT Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review transmission components to meet project needs.
• Prepare transmission equipment specifications, RFQs, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Perform conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations.
• Compile calculations for electrical clearances per NESC and other codes.
• Prepare communications of NERC/FERC/regional requirements.
• Apply transmission engineering concepts and procedures.
• Research project data, compile studies and reports, write specifications.
• Update CAD drawings to reflect corrections.
• Prepare information for client presentations, shop drawings, and contract administration.
• Perform field inspections and measurements for clients.
• Comply with policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Quantitative problem solving

Microsoft Office

CAD tools

Attention to detail

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

FE exam + 3 years experience

Master's in Civil Engineering + 2 years

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS/PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Job description

Description

The Staff Transmission Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments across a variety of projects, including underground and overhead high-voltage transmission lines. The Staff Transmission Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting transmission plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

• Perform transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

• Modify and review transmission components to meet project needs and requirements set forth by the project managers.

• Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.

• Perform economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations/studies.

• Compile calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources.

• Prepare communications of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC, and regional requirements and standards.

• Apply strong knowledge of commonly used transmission engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.

• Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers. Compile studies and reports. Writes specifications.

• 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 power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.

• 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 Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of transmission engineering experience required; consulting preferred.

• Or a Bachelor's degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of transmission engineering experience required, consulting preferred.

• Or a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering and 2 years of transmission engineering experience required, consulting preferred.

• Strong knowledge of 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 demonstrate 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.

Compensation

$100,000.00-165,000.00 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.

Benefits

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 Benefits & Wellness.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Electrical Engineering

Primary Location US-CT-Wallingford

Other Locations US-MA-Newton, US-ME-Portland

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 264691

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