Senior Transmission Engineer - Transmission (California, Multiple Locations)

Overview

Lead design and oversight of complex transmission line projects in California

Key Responsibilities

• transmission design
• cost proposals
• technical reports
• vendor review
• clearance calculations
• field inspections

Tasks

-Applies expert knowledge of commonly used transmission concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry. -Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance. -Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met. -Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations. -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 and present technical reports for clients and industry publications. -Review transmission equipment vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers. -Lead calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC, California General Order 95, or other applicable codes and resources. Lead in the communication of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC and regional requirements and standards. -Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies. -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. -Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance. -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. -Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the transmission engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers. -Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders. -Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines. -Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients. -Responsible for QA/QC process adherence. -Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits. -Lead economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations/studies.

Requirements

• autocad
• revit
• civil 3d
• pe license
• m.s. engineering
• 7 years

What You Bring

-Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite). -Master of Science degree in Engineering a plus. -Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions. -Ability to travel. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Bachelor of Science in 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. -7 years transmission engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. -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. -Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred. -Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. -Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications. -Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment. -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.

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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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