Staff Electrical Engineer - Substation (Kansas City)
burns mcdonnellKansas City (MO)
Staff Electrical Engineer - Substation (Kansas City)
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burns mcdonnellKansas City (MO)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Overview:
In this role you will support high-voltage substation projects from concept to completion, under a licensed engineer. You will develop design deliverables, participate in field verification, and coordinate with project teams to align with budget and client needs. You will produce design packages, calculations, and specifications while applying industry standards. The role offers hands-on experience shaping substation design and client-facing deliverables in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
Develop substation design packages (layout, protection, control, grounding, and lighting) Prepare calculations for insulation, AC/DC systems, battery sizing, voltage drop, cable sizing, and conduit fill Create design sketches, cost estimates, BOMs, and equipment specifications Conduct design quality reviews and QA/QC checks Support field inspections and client presentations/reports Engage with project managers to maintain schedule and deliverables Assist in proposal preparation and client communications Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues Maintain compliance with IEEE, NESC and related standards Foster client relationships and participate in project kick-offs and meetings
Key requirements:
Bachelor degree (ABET-accredited) in Electrical or related field with 3 years of substation engineering experience (consulting preferred) Alternative: Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field with FE exam completion and 3 years of substation experience (consulting preferred) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Demonstrated leadership and collaborative, team-oriented approach Ability to apply broad engineering knowledge to diverse assignments EIT certification preferred communication skills analytical thinking problem-solving substation design (layout, protection, control) protective relaying and control grounding and lightning analysis
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