Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering/related field from an ABET accredited program with 3+ years of experience; consulting preferred.
Master's degree in electrical engineering and 2+ years of consulting experience.
Strong knowledge of engineering techniques, practices, codes, and procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficient in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and other engineering software; strong computer skills.
Responsibilities
Lead electrical design from concept to completion for various project types.
Prepare specifications, RFQs, and technical bid summaries for electrical equipment.
Review vendor drawings and coordinate among clients and engineering disciplines.
Manage project schedules, budgets, and change orders effectively.
Conduct quality reviews of production drawings and construction administration.
Present technical reports to clients and industry publications.
Benefits
Mentorship opportunities for professional development and growth.
Participation in sales and marketing efforts to identify new business.
Exposure to a diverse range of projects including commercial, educational, and governmental.
Opportunity to lead teams and projects with scope for leadership development.
Full Job Description
Description
The Electrical Engineer will lead electrical design project teams to create designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including commercial office and headquarters buildings educational facilities, healthcare facilities, power plant support buildings, process and industrial facilities, warehouse and storage facilities, and some governmental and military facilities. The Electrical Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
Lead electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
Prepare electrical equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
Review electrical equipment vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers.
Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders.
Applies expert knowledge of commonly used electrical concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions.
Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of electrical systems.
Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities.
Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the electrical engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and minimum 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
Bachelor's degree in electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and minimum 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
Master's degree in electrical engineering and minimum 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred.
Strong knowledge in standard 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.
Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs and other analysis programs.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
Job Electrical Engineering
Primary Location US-NC-Raleigh
Other Locations US-VA-Norfolk, US-VA-Roanoke
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 263524
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-KJ #GFS
About Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
