Staff Pipeline Engineer (Atlanta or Charlotte)
Burns & McDonnell · Atlanta, GA · 3 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
This position will remain open until filled and is based in Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NC. Full-time role with up to 10% travel required.
About the role
The Staff Pipeline Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments involving transmission and distribution pipelines. You will collaborate with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting pipeline plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.
Responsibilities
- Perform pipeline design from the conceptual phase through design completion.
- Modify and review production drawings for various pipeline projects, including transmission and distribution pipelines.
- Design pipeline components based on project needs and requirements set forth by project managers.
- Apply strong knowledge of pipeline engineering concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the industry.
- Research and compile project-related data as required by project managers; compile studies and reports, and write specifications.
- Assess feasibility or soundness of proposed applications when data is insufficient or testing is advisable.
- Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections using multiple CAD-related software.
- Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration for pipeline projects.
- Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (or related degree) from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of pipeline engineering experience (consulting preferred).
- OR Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology (or related degree) from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of pipeline engineering experience (consulting preferred).
- OR Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and 2 years of pipeline engineering experience (consulting preferred).
- Strong knowledge of standard pipeline engineering techniques and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment with demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and ATF.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Qualifications
- Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.