Burns & McDonnell ยท 1 day ago
Transmission Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Bismarck, Sioux Falls)
Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Transmission Engineer to work on project teams designing high voltage transmission lines. The role involves creating designs, modifying components, preparing specifications, and conducting calculations while collaborating with project managers throughout the design and construction processes.
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Responsibilities
Perform transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion
Modify and review transmission components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the 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. Compiles 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
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
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
Minimum of 3 years of experience in transmission engineering
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 and PLS-CADD)
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
Preferred
5 years of experience preferred
Prior consulting experience is strongly preferred
Successful completion (i.e.passing) FE or EIT preferred
Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for 1 year experience
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
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