Senior Overhead Transmission Engineer

2 weeks ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States Burns & McDonnell Full time

Position Overview

At Burns & McDonnell, we empower you to shape your career trajectory. With a diverse range of over 350 service specialties, we offer ample opportunities for professional growth. Our approach is straightforward: recruit top talent, identify their passions and strengths, and facilitate their success. In this role, you will lead or assist in significant projects for a variety of clients, enjoying the benefits of employee ownership, which translates into both tangible and intangible rewards. If you are dedicated to your craft and eager to advance in your career, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

Our Southeast region is seeking a Senior Overhead Transmission Line Engineer to bolster our expanding Transmission & Distribution practice. The ideal candidate will:

+ Execute, direct, and oversee all engineering tasks associated with overhead transmission line design. This encompasses PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structural analysis, loading trees, establishing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout assessments, swing angle evaluations, damper recommendations, structure placement, clearance assessments, wire selection, and more.

+ Develop specifications for construction, hardware, and materials for high voltage overhead transmission lines (HV OH T-Line); engage in structure design and development; select hardware; and supervise field installations.

+ Create construction drawings and cost estimates for high voltage overhead transmission lines.

+ Additional responsibilities include mentoring and guiding junior staff members. This role has the potential to evolve into a leadership position, where the individual will be expected to lead engineering teams and serve as a primary liaison between Burns & McDonnell Engineers and our clients. Experience as a technical lead on projects and conducting quality reviews is advantageous.

+ Undertake other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

+ A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited program is required. Professional certification, EIT, and/or a professional engineer license is highly desirable.

+ A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the routing and design of high voltage overhead transmission line facilities (completion of a master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience).

+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate in a team environment and possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities is essential.

+ A keen attention to detail, along with skills in facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving.

+ Experience in designing lines ranging from 69kV to 500kV and familiarity with Power Line system-based software (e.g., PLS, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE) is preferred.

+ Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

This position is open for applications on an ongoing basis until filled.

We are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds including minorities, females, disabled individuals, and veterans.

Job Category: Electrical Engineering

Primary Location: United States

Schedule: Full-time

Travel Requirements: Yes, approximately 10% of the time

Job Type: Experienced

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