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Burns & McDonnell · 2 weeks ago

Staff Electrical Engineer - Substation (Great Lakes Region)

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$105K/yr - $170K/yr

3+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is a company that fosters professional growth and is seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer for their Great Lakes Region. The role involves designing electrical substations and ensuring the safe delivery of electricity, while collaborating with a multi-discipline team and leading project efforts.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Thinking creatively to address the complex challenges faced by the largest utilities in North America

Performing facets of substation physical design including yard layout plans, sections and details; grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material

Performing facets of substation protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring

Performing or overseeing quality review of above facets of substation design

Preparing equipment specifications

Providing support for our clients during construction

Performing field inspections and compliance documentation

Leading a team of single- or multi-discipline professionals to ensure project success

Presenting designs and proposals to clients, permitting authorities, public interest groups, etc

Corresponding and/or meeting with clients, contractors, and vendors

Participating in project proposal efforts

Advancing into leadership roles

Qualification

Electrical engineering degreeSubstation design experienceNational Electrical Safety CodeFundamentals of Engineering (FE) examIEEE / ANSI StandardsComputer skillsCritical thinkingWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program

Three (3) years of substation electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred

Ability to work methodically and analytically in a dynamic, quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills

Proficiency with National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong computer skills (e.g. Mathcad, WinIGS, Microsoft Office Suite)

Preferred

Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is strongly preferred

Master of Science degree in electrical engineering may be substituted for one (1) year experience

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement program

Insurance and disability

Time off and wellness programs

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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