Underground Engineer - Underground Transmission (Northeast Region)

Overview

Lead underground transmission engineer designing, managing, and delivering 2.4kV‑345kV projects.

Key Responsibilities

• calculations
• feasibility
• simulation
• routing analysis
• field inspections
• qa/qc

Tasks

-Prepare calculations and assist with equipment specifications, such as cable pulling calculations, voltage drop, pole loading. -Determine construction feasibility through route studies, conflict analysis, and construction cost estimating. -Leverage commercially available simulation software and other tools to evaluate different scenarios and make informed recommendations to the client. -Produce reports and visualizations to communicate technical results and interpretation of trends; effectively communicate findings and recommendations to all areas of the business. -Prepare proposals, engineering/project cost estimates, and execution schedules. -Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members. -Lead design teams of 2 to 10 engineers and designers and work closely with construction, procurement and permitting teams to execute underground transmission and distribution construction projects. -Work closely with the project team to ensure that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines. -Perform QA/QC reviews of studies, reports, and construction design packages. -Prepare and develop distribution and transmission voltage construction packages for underground projects, including manhole and equipment installation, conduit and duct bank design, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design. -Develop routing analysis for the design of low to high voltage distribution and transmission lines using CADD/GIS design and mapping software. -Perform field inspections, measurements or calculations for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private utility systems. -Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction. -Regularly meet and correspond with clients, subcontractors, or outside personnel. -Support business development efforts with new clients across North America. -Support thought leadership including conference attendance, marketing and other internal initiatives. -Work closely with local and national leadership to develop new clients and continue building relationships with existing clients.

Requirements

• power flow
• cadd
• gis
• autocad
• pe license
• 7+ years

What You Bring

-Understanding of power flow. -Capable of devising new, more efficient approaches to solving problems and processes. -Minimum 7 years of underground distribution and/or transmission civil engineering/design experience. -Familiarity with topographic mapping & surveying, and subsurface utility engineering/utility locating procedures and practices. -Experience with various underground design tools, as well as CADD and GIS to aide in design. -Familiarity with NESC code for electrical design and construction guidelines. -Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D a plus. -Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. -Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred -Strong knowledge of overhead and underground construction methods and electrical system equipment. -Experience conducting underground field inspections. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Master of Science degree in Engineering may be substituted for 1 year experience. -Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to prioritize work.

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Benefits

-Compensation Range $110,000 - $175,000 The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program. Benefits Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k)-retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

About Burns & Mcdonnell

-The firm grew steadily from municipal roots, evolving into a global design‑build leader with integrated engineering, architecture, and construction services. -Headquartered in Kansas City, it has expanded its operations to more than 75 offices worldwide, including locations in the US, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and the Middle East. -It specializes in sectors such as water, power, transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and oil & gas, undertaking projects ranging from airports to chemical facilities. -Its full‑service model encompasses consulting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to operation. -The company is 100% employee‑owned, following a significant employee buyout in the 1980s that redefined its trajectory.

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