Burns & McDonnell

Senior Transmission Engineer (Orlando)

Burns & McDonnell • $110K — $130K *
Orlando, FL 32828In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field with 7 years of transmission engineering experience required, or related degree with FE exam and 7 years of experience, or Master's Degree with 6 years of experience.
  • Expert knowledge in engineering techniques and transmission design codes, proficient in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and relevant engineering software.
  • Strong attention to detail and exceptional problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential for stakeholder interaction.
  • Proven experience leading design teams on large projects with effective task delegation.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical abilities in engineering problem-solving contexts.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the full design cycle of transmission projects, ensuring adherence to project requirements.
  • Manage specifications and technical documentation for transmission equipment including RFQs and purchase recommendations.
  • Conduct economic studies for conductor selection, and perform grounding and lightning calculations.
  • Ensure compliance with NERC, FERC, and relevant codes while managing project technical aspects.
  • Review vendor drawings and coordinate with various stakeholders, including clients and detailers.
  • Establish and communicate project scope, schedule, budget, and manage change orders effectively.
  • Provide mentorship to junior engineers and oversee quality assurance processes across projects.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Participation in industry-leading projects that shape the future of transmission engineering.
  • A collaborative work environment fostering mentorship and knowledge-sharing.
  • Involvement in sales and marketing initiatives to drive business growth.
  • Flexibility to engage in cross-discipline teamwork and diverse project exposure.
  • Travel opportunities for field inspections and enhanced client engagement.
Full Job Description
Description

The Senior Transmission Engineer will lead the design of complex transmission line projects. Responsibilities will include project technical oversight, providing technical expertise, and leading technical design staff. This position will be a recognized industry leader in transmission line design and provide best practices for related projects.
  • Lead transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers, including EFM, Conductor Sizing, Induction, Impedance, Losses, and Voltage Drop design.
  • Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Requests for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
  • Lead economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance, and grounding calculations/studies.
  • Lead calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources. Lead in the communication of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC, and regional requirements and standards.
  • Review transmission equipment vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers.
  • Participate in developing the project schedule, scope, budget, staffing plan, and construction plan. Responsible for the effective management of change orders.
  • Applies expert knowledge of commonly used transmission concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.
  • Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, finding 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 of the construction administration, including coordination with field personnel to resolve design-related installation issues, calculations, field inspections, and testing of transmission systems.
  • Lead 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 in 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 transmission 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 Civil Engineering or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
  • Or a Bachelor's Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
  • Or a Master's Degree in Engineering and 6 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
  • Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of transmission design codes and 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.
  • Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead the execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License 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-FL-Orlando

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 264711

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

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.
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7,500 employees
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Founded
1898
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