Staff Transmission Engineer - Transmission (Brea, San Diego)

Burns & McDonnell; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement program

Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in California is seeking a Staff Overhead Transmission Line Engineer. This role involves overseeing engineering responsibilities for overhead transmission line design, preparing specifications and construction drawings, and providing guidance to junior staff. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering, a minimum of 3 years experience, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $165,000 and extensive benefits including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in high voltage overhead transmission line design.
• Experience in 69kV to 500kV line design is preferred.
• Completion of master's degree may substitute one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering responsibilities for overhead transmission line design.
• Prepare specifications for construction and material for HV overhead transmission lines.
• Provide guidance to less experienced staff and lead engineering teams.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Professional certification (EIT) or engineer licensure

Tools

PLS-CADD

Power Line system-based programs

Job description

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 material 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering from accredited program is required.
• A professional certification, EIT, and/or a professional engineer licensure is strongly desired.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience with routing and design of high voltage overhead transmission line facilities (completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience).
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills is required.
• 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.

Compensation

$110,000.00-165,000.00 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 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

Job Electrical Engineering

Primary Location US-CA-Brea

Other Locations US-CA-San Diego

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 261070

Job Hire Type Experienced #T&D