Underground Cable Engineer - MBI

Location: Mumbai, India

We Saved a Spot for You
We welcome talented and ambitious graduates from all backgrounds who will help us shape the future of engineering and our company. At Burns & McDonnell India, you’ll have the opportunity to establish a thriving career within the Transmission and Distribution Industry. The Transmission and Distribution industry is evolving rapidly, driven by data centers, renewables, and the need for resilience. The grid has never been more critical. We at Burns & McDonnell provide tailored, end-to-end solutions that strengthen networks and prepare them for tomorrow. From planning and design to construction and operations, we blend technical insight with strategic foresight. We help our clients tackle today’s unprecedented challenges while building a robust foundation for the future. Join us in powering the world with reliable, resilient energy infrastructure.
Your Responsibilities:

• Prepare and develop distribution and transmission voltage design packages for underground projects, including manhole and equipment installation, conduit and duct bank design, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design.

• Develop routing analysis for the design of low to high voltage distribution and transmission lines using CADD design and mapping software.

• Work with design teams of 5 to 10 engineers and designers.

• Determine construction feasibility through route studies, conflict analysis, and construction cost estimating.

• Perform measurements and calculations for underground electric facilities on public and private utility systems.

• Leverage commercially available simulation software and other tools to evaluate different scenarios and make informed recommendations to the client.

• Produce reports and visualizations to communicate technical results and interpretation of trends; effectively communicate findings and recommendations to all areas of the business.

• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction.

• Work closely with the project team to ensure that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.

• Perform QA/QC reviews of studies, reports, and construction design packages.

• Prepare calculations and assist with equipment specifications, such as cable pulling calculations, voltage drop, , and ampacity calculations.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/Civil engineering, with 1-4 years of experience.
Minimum 1-year underground powerline engineering experience.
Technical Skills Required:

• Proven verbal and written communication and IT (office packages) skills.

• Track record in finding solutions to complex problems within deadlines.

• Strong knowledge of underground and overhead powerlines construction methods and distribution system equipment.

• Experience in reviewing and understanding underground field inspection data.

• Familiarity with topographic mapping & surveying, and subsurface utility engineering/utility locating procedures and practices.

• Experience with various distribution design tools, as well as GIS to aide in design.

• Knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting.

• Experience with preparation of powerline alignments using AutoCAD Civil3D considering various factors influencing the route.

• Knowledge of creating plan & profile drawings for underground alignments using AutoCAD or MicroStation.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Capable of devising new, more efficient approaches to solving problems and processes.

• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to prioritize work.

• Knowledge of utility telecommunications, distributed energy resource integration, and advanced distribution technologies a plus.

• Strong analytical capability.

• Flexibility to work in different roles for different clients both locally and worldwide.

• Flexibility to travel will be a considerable advantage.

Why Join Us?
At Burns & McDonnell India, you’ll be empowered to build not just projects, but your career. Our expansive service offerings mean stability, job security and incredible potential for growth. We take on the world’s toughest challenges and use our skills, experience, and courage to solve them.

A Caring Place Where Careers Grow
Our entrepreneurial spirit sits at the foundation of who we are as an organization and constantly drives us forward toward innovation, strategic growth, and service excellence. We believe in putting forth our finest effort, including on behalf of our employee-owners. Our benefits package includes comprehensive benefits that demonstrate our commitment to the well-being of the individuals who contribute to our clients’ success every day.

Work From Home (as per policy)
The ability to work from home is available as per company policy, providing flexibility and work-life balance where applicable. Hybrid models may apply depending on role and department.
Flextime and Day Flextime Program
Flextime allows employees to choose their own start and end times within a set range. Employees have an option to choose staggered working hours — with an option to work for six hours at the office and two hours remotely — depending on their schedule.
Bus Service
We provide a dedicated company bus service for a comfortable, timely, and cost-effective commute for all employees.

• Multiple pickup points
• Saves on travel costs
• Provides on-time arrival
• Stress-free daily travel

On-Site Fitness Facility
Each on-site fitness facility provides employees with convenient access to exercise equipment and classes that support physical well-being and a healthy lifestyle.

Employee Engagement Activity
From vibrant cultural celebrations like events that honor diversity and inclusion, we foster a workplace where everyone feels part of a thriving, collaborative culture. The events not only reflect our values but also build lasting memories, boost morale, and strengthen workplace bonds.

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