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Burns & McDonnell · 2 days ago

Transmission Designer - Transmission & Distribution (Bismarck, Sioux Falls)

Sioux Falls, SD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

7+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Transmission Designer to assist project teams in creating designs for high voltage transmission lines. The role involves working under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, contributing to the design process from conceptual phase to completion, and modifying production drawings as needed.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assists in the transmission line design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion

Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects involving high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines

Assists in designing transmission line components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers including plan and profile drawings, structure load diagrams and foundation drawings

Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil and structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil/structural engineering services industry

Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers. Assists with compiling studies and reports

Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software

Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of high voltage transmission lines

Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients

All other duties as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

PLS-CADDAutoCADMicroStationExcel2D3D applicationsDesign calculationsAnalytical skillsCollaborative workCommunication skillsProblem solvingAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor Degree in drafting technology or related field and 7 years related experience Required or

Associate Degree and 8 years related experience Required or

9 years progressive detailing and design experience. Required

Advanced understanding of design software such as: PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables

Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs

Advanced ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings

Advanced knowledge in design, calculations and design systems

Advanced knowledge in the theory and practices of assigned discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks

Ability to work collaboratively with others including, but not limited to Project Managers, Engineers and Designers in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail

Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located