Senior Transmission Engineer

1 month ago


Chicago, United States Burns & McDonnell Full time

Description The Senior Transmission Engineer will lead the design of complex transmission line projects. Responsibilities will include project technical oversight, providing technical expertise and leading technical design staff. This position will be a recognized industry leader in transmission line design and provide best practices for related projects. Lead transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers including EFM, Conductor Sizing, Induction, Impedance, Losses and Voltage Drop design. Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations. Lead economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations/studies. Lead calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources. Lead in the communication of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC and regional requirements and standards. Review transmission equipment vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers. Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders. Applies expert knowledge of commonly used transmission concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry. Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions. Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software. Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of transmission systems. Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients. Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications. Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met. Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits. Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance. Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance. Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the transmission engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers. Responsible for QA/QC process adherence. Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines. Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications 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. Master of Science degree in Engineering a plus. 7 years transmission engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred. Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of transmission design codes and computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, transmission analysis programs. Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with leading the 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. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans Job Engineering Primary Location US-IL-Chicago Schedule: Full-time Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time Req ID: 230778 Job Hire Type



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