Our Burns McDonnell Lexington office is looking for a Lead Distribution Engineer to join our growing Distribution Modernization team. This position will provide development and design services on 2.4kV to 40kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects.
This role requires the ability to handle multiple projects and to prioritize work. This position will be responsible for the development of an array of challenging items including the drafting and design of engineering deliverables on multiple complex utility distribution projects. This position will require interface with utility clients and collaboration with multiple offices. This exciting opportunity will provide latitude for continued professional growth as a part of our established mentorship programs.

This role is responsible for preparation and development of distribution voltage construction packages for both overhead and underground construction. Experience includes knowledge of overhead and underground construction methods, knowledge of distribution system equipment, and utilizing field data and GIS information to aide in design. Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices but may involve a variety of complex features. Requires general knowledge of precedents in specialty areas and familiarity with basic principles and practices in related specialties. May coordinate departmental and divisional project studies and report preparation assignments. This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.

Assignments may include:

Design distribution facilitates utilizing client standards including overhead and underground distribution facilities including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, new feeder design and others as assigned. Routing, design, and execution of distribution line projects. Prepare proposals and engineering/project cost estimates. Prepare calculations and equipment specifications. Assess feasibility or soundness of proposed applications when data is insufficient, or testing is advisable. Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members. Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel. Some marketing responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.