Job Details

Electrical Engineer (Substation)

CDM Smith is seeking a dynamic Electrical Engineer to join our team of forward-thinking experts. You'll design high-performance systems that drive infrastructure resilience, energy innovation, and technical excellence across industries. From power grids to smart facilities, your work will electrify progress.

Design and develop electrical systems from foundational to highly complexincluding electric master system plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power infrastructure, and renewable energy solutions. Perform advanced studies and calculations for power distribution, lighting simulations and layouts, communications, fire alarm, and security systems. Develop white papers and technical documentation to support CDM Smith's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) program.

Conduct field reviews to ensure alignment between design specifications and site conditions; update designs as needed. Collaborate with sales staff to shape winning proposals and respond to client RFPs. Review proposals for compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Engage directly with current and prospective clients to understand and plan for future design needs. Represent the firm at industry conferences and events, enhancing both your visibility and ours. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to their technical growth and project success. Provide guidance and may oversee the work of junior team members to ensure quality and consistency.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading substation engineering projects through 345kV.
• Proficiency in protective relay schemes and creating relay schematics/wiring diagrams.
• Expertise in specifying and selecting electrical equipment, including SCADA/RTU hardware.
• Familiarity with NESC and NEC standards.
• Knowledge of substation grounding grid design and lightning protection systems.

EEO Statement:

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.

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 10%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of CADD software, including 3D and 4D design tools.
• Expert understanding of engineering design principles and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relevant to electrical design.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check.

Pay Range Minimum: $90,605

Pay Range Maximum: $158,579

Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.