Substation Design & Field Engineer (New Grad)

Burns & McDonnell; Brea (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Substation Engineer in the US-CA area. The role involves assisting a licensed PE in preparing design deliverables for high-voltage substations from 13kV to 765kV, and supporting design and construction through the project lifecycle.

You will help develop design packages, calculations, sketches, and cost estimates while ensuring compliance with IEEE, NESC and internal QA/QC standards. Travel is possible as part of project involvement.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field.
• FE exam eligibility if applying with related engineering technology.
• Internship or consulting experience preferred.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proven attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist design of substation projects from concept to completion.
• Develop substation design packages (arrangement, protection, relaying, grounding, etc.).
• Create design calculations (insulation, power systems, cable sizing).
• Prepare sketches, cost estimates, BOMs and other deliverables.
• Support field inspections and client presentations.
• Adhere to project schedules and QA/QC guidelines.
• Collaborate with project team to meet client needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Teamwork

GPA requirement

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

FE exam eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Substation Engineer in the US-CA area. The role involves assisting a licensed PE in preparing design deliverables for high-voltage substations from 13kV to 765kV, and supporting design and construction through the project lifecycle.

You will help develop design packages, calculations, sketches, and cost estimates while ensuring compliance with IEEE, NESC and internal QA/QC standards. Travel is possible as part of project involvement.