DOE Senior Electrical Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

**Description** Come join the Aviation & Federal global practice at Burns & McDonnell as a Senior Electrical Engineer! The electrical team focuses on building power, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, and low-voltage design in an industrial and manufacturing space for our local Department of Energy client. A Senior Electrical Engineer (DOE) will assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects in for the Department on Energy (DOE) focusing mainly in government manufacturing facilities. Work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs. Primary Responsibilities + Lead the design and development of building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, and low-voltage systems. + Serve as a technical expert on airport, federal, and defense projects, ensuring designs meet strict security, code compliance, and performance standards. + Guide project teams in delivering world-class infrastructure for Department of Energy. + Coordinate closely with architects, mechanical engineers, and other disciplines to ensure fully integrated design solutions. + Conduct local site investigations, condition assessments, and field verifications as needed to inform design and construction activities. + Prepare electrical calculations, detailed drawings, technical specifications, and construction documents using Revit, AutoCAD, and other design tools. + Lead or support electrical system modeling and analysis, including short-circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies. + Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and presentations, effectively communicating complex technical information. + Manage electrical scope, schedule, and budget on assigned projects, ensuring deliverables are on time and within budget. + Mentor junior engineers and designers, contributing to team development and knowledge sharing. + Support construction-phase services, including submittal reviews, RFIs, field support, and final inspections. **Qualifications** + Professional Engineer (PE) + Professional Engineer (PE) License Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 7 years electrical engineering experience required or + Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 6 years electrical engineering experience required + Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Security Clearance. + Demonstrate mastery of standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of electrical equipment design ANSI and IEEE Standards. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite). + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work 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. + Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. + Strong computer skills include Revit, AutoCAD programs. + Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications. + Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. + Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and federal design standards is preferred. + Familiarity with manufacturing, industrial and vertical construction is preferred. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans **Job** Electrical Engineering **Primary Location** US-MO-Kansas City **Other Locations** United States **Schedule:** Full-time **Travel:** Yes, 25 % of the Time **Req ID:** 260810 **Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-JH #A&F