Burns & McDonnell

Staff Civil Specialist - Transmission & Distribution (Akron)

Burns & McDonnell$80K — $95K *
Akron, OH 44312In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology or related field required
  • 4 years of civil engineering experience, preferably in consulting
  • Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills
  • Analytical and methodical approach to problem-solving
  • Proficient in computer software like AutoCAD, MicroStation, and BIM
  • Strong attention to detail and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

  • Perform civil design on various projects from conceptual phase to completion under a licensed professional engineer
  • Modify and review production drawings for multiple facility types like power plants and hospitals
  • Design civil components following project manager requirements
  • Apply civil engineering concepts, principles, and codes in design work
  • Research and compile project-related data for project managers
  • Update engineering drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Conduct field inspections and measurements for clients

Benefits

  • Full-time position with consistent hours
  • Opportunities for travel up to 25%
  • Engagement in diverse projects including government and military facilities
  • Chance to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Stable employment with ongoing recruitment until positions are filled
Full Job Description
Description

The Staff Civil Specialist will work on civil design teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Staff Civil Specialist 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 under the direction of a licensed professional engineer.
  • Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • 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.
  • Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
  • Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering Technology or a related degree from an accredited program required.
  • 4 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred required.
  • 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 (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, civil analysis programs.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

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

Job Civil Engineering

Primary Location US-OH-Akron

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 263756

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #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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