Staff Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical (Chicago)
Burns & McDonnell
**Description**
Burns & McDonnell is a company comprised of more than 14,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants, and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Burns & McDonnell’s Mission Critical team was ranked #2 by the ENR in 2023. We have exciting opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast-paced, innovative sectors of high-tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing exponentially. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice for Burns & McDonnell involving exciting, collaborative work across many departments.
+ Perform electrical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
+ Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
+ Design electrical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
+ Applies strong knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the electrical engineering services industry.
+ Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
+ Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
+ Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
+ Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
+ All other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required or
+ Bachelor Degree in Electrical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 3 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required or
+ Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of electrical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required
+ Strong knowledge in standard 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.
+ Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
+ Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
+ Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, MicroStation, 2D and 3D rendering programs and other analysis programs.
+ Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
+ Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Electrical Engineering
**Primary Location** US-IL-Chicago
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 15 % of the Time
**Req ID:** 235525
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-EH #GFS
Confirm your E-mail: Send Email
All Jobs from Burns & McDonnell