Staff Transmission Engineer (Vancouver)

Burns & McDonnell; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Employee ownership

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a staff transmission engineer in Vancouver, WA. You will lead transmission design through all lifecycle stages, using PLS‑CADD and related tools, and work directly with clients to define criteria and resolve challenges.

You will develop design basis, prepare bid materials, perform critical analyses, and mentor junior staff. This full‑time role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and delivering safe, codes‑compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• ABET‑accredited program required with 3+ years of transmission engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of transmission design from initial concepts to construction‑ready designs.
• Utilize PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and Tower software for modeling, routing, and clearance evaluations.
• Develop design basis and criteria documents for project execution.
• Coordinate with clients to establish design criteria and resolve technical challenges.
• Prepare specifications, data sheets, and assist with bid evaluations and supplier selections.
• Perform analyses including conductor selection, lightning modeling, and grounding calculations.
• Gather project data, write specifications, and compile reports; ensure QA/QC of deliverables.
• Support business development with technical proposals and cost estimates.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to their development.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

ABET‑accredited B.S. in Civil Engineering

ABET‑accredited B.S. in Civil Engineering Technology with FE

ABET‑accredited M.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCADD

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a staff transmission engineer to join our employee-owned team, which is consistently ranked among the top transmission and distribution firms in the nation. This role is a key technical position within our project teams, delivering engineering designs for critical infrastructure, including high-voltage overhead and underground transmission lines.

The staff transmission engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and clients throughout the design and construction process, managing complex design factors, budget alignments, and evolving project requirements. Key tasks include:

• Lead the full lifecycle of transmission design by transforming initial engineering concepts into fully detailed, construction-ready designs.
• Utilize PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and Tower software to perform structural modeling, line routing, and clearance evaluations.
• Develop comprehensive design basis and criteria documents to establish foundational design parameters and technical requirements for project execution.
• Adapt and refine critical transmission components to match specific project parameters and requirements.
• Draft detailed specifications and data sheets for packaged transmission equipment, manage requests for qualifications, evaluate technical bids, and deliver strategic purchase recommendations.
• Perform critical technical analyses, including economic conductor selection, lightning performance modeling, and grounding system calculations.
• Calculate essential electrical clearances based on national safety codes and client standards.
• Coordinate directly with utility clients to establish design criteria, resolve project challenges, and maintain alignment on technical deliverables.
• Gather critical project data, conduct technical studies, write precise engineering specifications, and compile comprehensive project reports.
• Complete QAQCs to deliver high quality design deliverables.
• Support business development activities by assisting in the preparation of technical proposals, scope definitions, and engineering cost estimates.
• Mentor and support junior engineers by providing technical oversight, sharing industry practices, and assisting with their professional development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a 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, successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of transmission engineering experience required (consulting experience preferred).
• Or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering and 2 years of transmission engineering experience required (consulting experience 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 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.

Compensation

$105,000.00-155,000.00 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 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-WA-Vancouver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 262711

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