Assistant Civil Engineer - Transmission (St. Louis)

Overview

Assist senior engineers in designing and constructing high‑voltage transmission lines.

Key Responsibilities

• cad drafting
• transmission design
• load diagrams
• field inspections
• client presentations
• compliance

Tasks

-Complies with all policies and standards. -Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers. Assists with compiling studies and reports. -Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects involving high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines. -Assists in designing transmission line components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers including plan and profile drawings, structure load diagrams and foundation drawings. -Assists in the transmission line design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion. -Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of high voltage transmission lines. -Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software. -Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.

Requirements

• eit certification
• civil eng
• revit
• autocad
• fe exam
• leadership

What You Bring

-Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills. -Basic knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques, principles and procedures. -Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills. -Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred. -Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required or; -Bachelor Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required. -Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil and structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil/structural engineering services industry. -Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite). -Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. -Demonstrated leadership skills. -Basic computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and civil/structural analysis programs. -Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.

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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.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-must already be authorized to work in the u.s.; no sponsorship provided.