Burns & McDonnell · 2 days ago
Civil Engineer - Solar (Multiple Locations)
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expBurns & McDonnell is a leading company in power solutions, and they are seeking to hire experienced Civil Engineers. The role involves working on project teams to design and adapt civil plans for renewable power generation projects, ensuring compliance with project requirements and local codes.
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Responsibilities
Perform civil design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion
Design civil components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers
Extensive knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and the ability to perform mass grading using: road corridors, feature lines, surfaces, volume earthwork, etc
Applies strong knowledge of commonly used civil engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil engineering services industry
Ability to research local code guidelines and interpret information to create drawings and specifications to support permitting
Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications
Design construction drawing packages that include: site plans, grading plans, erosion control/stormwater management plans, and demolition plans
Lead stormwater modeling and BMP design. Create reports to support modeling and permitting efforts including: Stormwater Pollution and Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Hydrology & Hydraulics Study (Drainage study), and road use reports
Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software
Perform calculations to confirm design intent
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
3 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred
Strong knowledge in standard civil 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)
Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, Flo-2D, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, FlowMaster, CulvertMaster), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, civil analysis programs
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
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.
10001+ employees
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Chief Financial Officer
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