Transmission Engineer - Transmission (St. Louis, Columbus, Akron)

Burns & McDonnell; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Insurance

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell’s Transmission & Distribution division is seeking a staff Transmission Line Engineer to join our Akron, OH and Columbus, OH offices. The role focuses on designing high- and extra-high voltage transmission lines (69-500kV) using PLS-CADD, preparing construction documents, and delivering rigorous technical solutions for clients.

You will lead project work, mentor junior staff, maintain client relationships, and provide field support during construction.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Civil Engineering or related field with 3 years of transmission engineering experience.
• ABET-accredited degree in Civil Engineering Technology with FE exam and 3 years of transmission engineering experience.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with 2 years of transmission engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Design HV and EHV transmission lines (69-500kV) using PLS-CADD.
• Prepare construction documents, plan/profile drawings, loading trees and foundation drawings.
• Prepare specifications and project design criteria.
• Provide field support during construction.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior staff; build client relationships.
• Travel to client sites; HVDC experience is a plus.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering (Bachelor's)

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering Technology with FE

Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Job description

Description

Our Transmission & Distribution division is looking for a staff Transmission Line Engineer to join our growing business in the Akron, Columbus, and St. Louis offices. Our Transmission Line Engineers are expected to maintain a high attention to detail, possess working knowledge of Transmission Line design, demonstrate ownership of their work, drive for continual improvement, and collaborate effectively with their team and clients in order to make our clients successful.

Major responsibilities of the Transmission Line Engineer will include:

• Design of high and extra-high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
• Prepare construction documents, including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation assembly drawings.
• Prepare specifications and project design criteria.
• Provide field support during construction.
• The ideal candidate will be able to build and maintain strong relationships with clients as well as provide technical leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members.
• Experience in HVDC is a plus.
• Occasional travel to client and project locations will be expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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, 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.
• 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.

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-MO-Saint Louis

Other Locations

US-OH-Akron, US-OH-Columbus

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 20 % of the Time