Burns & McDonnell

Staff Transmission Engineer (Orlando)

Burns & McDonnell • $90K — $110K *
Orlando, FL 32828In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program
  • 3 years of transmission engineering experience required, consulting preferred
  • 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
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Strong computer skills in relevant design software and tools

Responsibilities

  • Perform transmission design from conception to completion
  • Modify and review transmission components per project requirements
  • Prepare specifications and RFQs for transmission equipment
  • Conduct economic studies and grounding calculations
  • Communicate interpretations of NERC, FERC, and regional standards
  • Research and compile project data for studies and reports
  • Update CAD drawings and verify corrections

Benefits

  • The position includes a full-time schedule with travel up to 10%
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
  • Collaborative work environment with project teams
  • Exposure to a variety of projects in the power and industrial sectors
  • Engagement in both design and field inspection tasks
Full Job Description
Description

The Staff Transmission Engineer will work with project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments across a variety of projects, including underground and overhead high-voltage transmission lines. The Staff Transmission Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting transmission plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.
  • Perform transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Modify and review transmission components to meet project needs and requirements set forth by project managers.
  • Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
  • Perform economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations/studies.
  • Compile calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources. Prepare communications of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC, and regional requirements and standards.
  • Applies strong knowledge of commonly used transmission engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.
  • Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers. Compile studies and reports. Writes specifications.
  • 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'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.

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, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 264709

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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Size
7,500 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1898
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