Electrical Engineer-Power & Utilities

We are looking for high-energy, bright, collaborative individuals who want the opportunity to "write their own story" with us.

Burns is currently seeking a licensed Electrical Engineer to join our Power & Utilities team in Austin, TX or Philadelphia, Pa.

The Engineer I will be responsible for performing technical engineering tasks, technical studies and investigations, and designs on assigned projects. The Engineer I will be mentored by senior level engineering staff, will work with more autonomy, and will complete engineering tasks of moderate complexity.

- Complete discipline specific engineering for systems and designs of moderate complexity.

- Assist in developing design approaches and concepts on projects with moderate complexity. Consult with senior technical staff when needed.

- Assist in the development of proposals and presentations to clients.

- Perform specific engineering studies and design analyses and assist the Project Manager in establishing budgets, cost estimates, and project schedules.

- Review drawings, RFIs, and records of changes and communicate directly with suppliers, contractors, and client representatives as required. Consult with senior technical staff when needed.

- Perform on-site surveys and inspections during design and construction stages and issue written reports noting deficiencies. Consult with senior technical staff when needed.

- Assist in the coordination of project designs with other disciplines and teams.

- Attend client and/or project meetings when requested.

- Write technical specifications with oversight from senior technical staff.

- Assist Project Manager with the delegation, collaboration, and review of project work tasks of CAD Operators, CAD Technicians, Designers, Co-Ops, Interns, Engineering Design Associates, and Engineering Associates.

- May lead in developing design approaches and concepts on projects of low complexity. Consult with senior technical staff when needed.

- Perform all tasks in compliance with Burns (and, when applicable, a client's) standards, policies, procedures, and engineering codes.

- Perform all tasks efficiently, accurately, within the allotted project hours, and complete tasks on or before the due date.

- Observe, understand, apply and retain Burns technical policies, procedures, design analyses, calculations, engineering methodology and codes, and equipment selection criteria of low to moderate complexity.

- Complete special tasks as assigned.

No formal supervisory responsibilities. Under the oversight of the Project Manager, the Engineer I may provide direction to CAD Operators, CAD Technicians, Designers, Co-Ops, Interns, Engineering Design Associates, and Engineering Associates.

Professionally Licensed Engineer with a Bachelor's (B.S.) Electrical Engineering degree and at least 5-8 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Professional Engineering License is required at this level.

- Progressive engineering experience working on tasks of moderate complexity.

- Strong knowledge in the use of engineering design software such as AutoCAD or Revit and other specialized design software as required.

- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems of moderate complexity with minimum supervision from leaders or management.

- Progressive ability to perform technical calculations.

- Ability to research and interpret engineering discipline codes and standards.

- Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work.

- Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage changing assignments in a team environment.

- Proactive, good communicator (oral and written), and strong analytical and problem-solving skills to trouble shoot and assess key issues to address.

- Ability to collaborate, build relationships and work effectively with a team.

- Previous experience in consulting is highly preferred.