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CDM Smith · 3 months ago

Senior Electrical Engineering Specialist

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$82K/yr - $135K/yr

7+ years exp

CDM Smith is a company committed to providing an unmatched employee experience and fostering personal leadership. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineering Specialist to work on design and construction projects, focusing on complex power systems and collaborating with clients to meet their design needs.

Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyTransportationWater

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Create moderate to highly complex designs of electric 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

Update design requirements as necessary

Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposals (RFPs)

Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices

Meet with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs

Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff

Mentor more junior staff and develop them for future growth within the discipline and firm

Qualification

Power system designElectrical calculationsCADD softwarePower system analysisMediumLow-voltage systemsFederal codes knowledgeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

7 years of related experience

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree

Domestic and/or international travel may be required

Expert knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices

Advanced knowledge in design, calculations and design systems

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.)

Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills with the ability to engage clients and convey complex concepts in an understandable manner

Ability to work effectively across all levels in a highly dynamic environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Good knowledge of federal, state and local regulations