Electrical Engineering Specialist

Job Description

Are you interested in working on design and construction projects that impact our world? CDM Smith offers employees opportunities to delve into many aspects of electrical engineering, including the design of complex power systems, observation and construction services, and power system analyses. You will collaborate on challenging and meaningful work that positively impacts the community while applying innovative, state‑of‑the‑art software and programs.

At CDM Smith, we are invested in your success. We offer flexible work options and may consider a sign‑on bonus for the successful candidate. We have multiple openings for Senior Electrical Specialists.

• Create moderate to highly complex designs of electrical master system plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems.
• Execute a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches.
• Incorporate changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark‑ups on ongoing projects.
• Contribute to studies of power systems and electrical calculations for electrical systems, lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security, and other similar calculations.
• Perform site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications and update design requirements as necessary.
• Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposals (RFPs). Review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
• Meet with current and potential clients to review their current and future design needs.
• Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff and mentor them for future growth within the discipline and firm.

• Bachelor's degree.
• 7 years of related experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required, frequency contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and essential functions.

• Experience designing power systems for water, wastewater, industrial, federal, and transit facilities.
• Experience designing medium and low‑voltage power distribution systems.
• Familiarity with industry and federal codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, NESC, IEEE, UFC, etc.).
• Experience conducting power system analysis using software such as SKM Power Tools for Windows and ETAP.

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

United States - Nationwide

Minimum: $81,765 | Maximum: $134,909

Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for a successful candidate.