CDM Smith ยท 3 months ago
Senior Electrical Engineering Specialist
CDM Smith is a company focused on design and construction projects that impact our world. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineering Specialist to create complex designs of electric master system plans and provide technical guidance while collaborating with clients and junior staff.
Civil Engineering
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
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
The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands
Preferred
Experience designing power systems for water, wastewater, industrial, federal, and transit facilities
Experience designing medium and low-voltage power distribution systems
Familiar 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
Benefits
Sign-on bonus may be considered for the successful candidate.
Company
CDM Smith
Louis Perry Group (now CDM Smith) is a privately owned engineering and construction firm providing legendary client service and smart solutions in water, environment, transportation, energy and facilities.