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Burns & McDonnell · 2 hours ago

Transmission Engineer - Overhead Transmission (Denver, Vancouver)

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $240K/yr

7+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is a leading engineering firm specializing in transmission line design. The Senior Transmission Engineer will lead the design of complex transmission line projects, oversee technical aspects, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Responsibilities

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, Request 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, 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 transmission concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the transmission 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 transmission 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 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

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Transmission engineering experienceProfessional Engineering License (PE)AutoCADPLS-CADDMaster of Science degreeMicrosoft Office SuiteTeam buildingCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program

Or Bachelor of Science in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

7 years transmission engineering experience

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 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

Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications

Ability to travel

Preferred

Master of Science degree in Engineering

EPC project experience

Professional Engineering License (PE)

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work.

From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs.

Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).

Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program.

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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