Transmission Engineer - Transmission (St. Louis, Columbus, Akron)
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LocationMultiple Locations
Also inAkron; Columbus; St. Louis
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentTransmission & Distribution
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
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Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of transmission engineering experience
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of transmission engineering experience
Master's Degree in Civil Engineering and 2 years of transmission engineering experience
3 years of transmission engineering experience
Strong knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills
Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
Strong computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD)
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
Engineers in Training-EIT Certification
Experience in HVDC
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Skills
PLS-CADD
AutoCAD
MicroStation
BIM
Revit
Civil 3D
PLS
RISA-3D
MathCADD
Microsoft Office
Benefits
Employee ownership
About the role
Our Transmission & Distribution division is looking for a staff Transmission Line Engineer to join our growing business in the Akron, Columbus, and St. Louis offices. Our Transmission Line Engineers are expected to maintain a high attention to detail, possess working knowledge of Transmission Line design, demonstrate ownership of their work, drive for continual improvement, and collaborate effectively with their team and clients in order to make our clients successful.
Responsibilities
Major responsibilities of the Transmission Line Engineer will include:
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Design of high and extra-high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
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Prepare construction documents, including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation assembly drawings.
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Prepare specifications and project design criteria.
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Provide field support during construction.
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The ideal candidate will be able to build and maintain strong relationships with clients as well as provide technical leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members.
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Experience in HVDC is a plus.
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Occasional travel to client and project locations will be expected.
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Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of transmission engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
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Or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of transmission engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
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Or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering and 2 years of transmission engineering experience required. Consulting preferred.
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Strong knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
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Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
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Strong computer skills (e.g,. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, transmission analysis programs.
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Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
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Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
Legal
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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