Senior Transmission Engineer (Orlando)
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LocationUS-FL-Orlando
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience6+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
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Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from a recognized, accredited program (ABET accreditation strongly preferred) and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required
Bachelor's degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from a recognized, accredited program (ABET accreditation strongly preferred), and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred
Master's degree in Engineering and 6 years of transmission engineering experience required
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)
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience leading discipline design for large projects and delegating tasks to team members
Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment
Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment
Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred
Ability to travel
Skills
AutoCAD
MicroStation
BIM (Revit)
Civil 3D
PLS
PLS-CADD
RISA-3D
MathCADD
Microsoft Office Suite
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
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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.
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Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ’s), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
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Lead economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations/studies.
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Lead calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources. Lead in the communication of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC and regional requirements and standards.
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Review transmission equipment vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers.
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Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders.
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Applies expert knowledge of commonly used transmission concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.
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Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions.
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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.
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Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of transmission systems.
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Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
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Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
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Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
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Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
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Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
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Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
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Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the transmission engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
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Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
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Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
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Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Complies with all policies and standards.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from a recognized, accredited program (ABET accreditation strongly preferred) and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required.
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Or Bachelor’s degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from a recognized, accredited program (ABET accreditation strongly preferred), and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
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Or Master’s degree in Engineering and 6 years of transmission engineering experience required.
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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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Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Experience leading discipline design for large projects and delegating tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
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Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
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Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
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Ability to travel.
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Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
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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