Burns & McDonnell

Staff Civil Engineer - Substation (Atlanta)

Burns & McDonnell • $80K — $110K *
Charlotte, NC 28269In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related degree (ABET accredited) with 3 years experience, consulting preferred.
  • Or Bachelor's degree in civil engineering technology with FE exam passed and 3 years experience, consulting preferred.
  • Or Master's degree in civil engineering with 2 years experience, consulting preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of civil engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related engineering analysis programs.
  • Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform civil design from conceptual phase to completion.
  • Modify and review production drawings for transmission and distribution projects.
  • Design civil components according to project manager requirements.
  • Research and compile project data for studies and reports.
  • Quality review of production drawings and project-related data using CAD software.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Conduct field inspections and measurements for clients.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on diverse transmission and distribution projects.
  • Involvement in all project phases, enhancing professional development.
  • Mentoring roles allow for leadership growth and skill advancement.
  • Exposure to industry standards and regulatory processes in civil engineering.
  • Work in a collaborative environment with various engineering disciplines.
Full Job Description
Description

The Staff Civil Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of transmission and distribution projects. The Staff Civil Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting civil plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
  • Perform civil design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Modify and review production drawings for a variety of transmission and distribution projects.
  • Design civil components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Applies strong knowledge of commonly used civil engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil engineering services industry.
  • Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications.
  • 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.
  • Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract.
  • Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the civil engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
  • Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
  • Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
  • Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of civil 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 civil engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
  • Or Master's degree in civil engineering and 2 years of civil engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
  • Strong knowledge in standard civil 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, Civil 3D, MathCAD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, , civil analysis programs (e.g. HEC-RAS, HydroCAD).
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:
  • Experience with civil-site design, grading, or related engineering disciplines for electrical substations.
  • Experience with utility or power industry standards and practices.
  • Experience preparing permits for regulatory agencies.
  • Experience with full lifecycle EPC project delivery.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Civil Engineering

Primary Location US-GA-Atlanta

Other Locations US-TN-Chattanooga, US-NC-Charlotte

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 261249

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.
Learn more about Burns & McDonnell
Size
7,500 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1898
* Ladders Estimates

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