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Burns & McDonnell · 6 days ago

Lead Electrical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

7+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell's Power global practice is seeking to hire an experienced Electrical Engineer. The Senior Lead Electrical Engineer will lead project teams to create world-class designs for various power generation facilities, adapting electrical plans according to client requirements and industry standards.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion

Modify and review production drawings

Design electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers

Apply strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry

Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers

Efficiently utilize a number of design software tools to perform engineering calculations and physical plant designs

Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration

Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations in support of project execution

Act as a field engineer on construction sites

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Electrical Engineering DegreeEPC Project ExperienceElectrical Equipment DesignProfessional Engineer LicenseDesign Software ProficiencyCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipCritical ThinkingAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program

May also have bachelor's degree in electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

A master's degree may substitute for 1 year of experience

Minimum of 7 years electrical engineering experience

EPC project experience strongly preferred

Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures

Strong knowledge of electrical equipment design ANSI and IEEE Standards

Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with leading electrical 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

Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills

Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications

Ability to travel

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred

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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