Electrical Engineering Leader

CDM Smith; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Engineering Leader to manage a team, provide technical oversight on complex electrical designs, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a PE license, and 15 years of relevant experience. This position offers a hybrid work model and competitive compensation ranging from $133,016 to $246,043.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid work options

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 15 years of related experience is required.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Experience in supervision of others is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage an industrial engineering team and provide mentorship.
• Oversee electrical system designs to meet project requirements.
• Review designs for compliance with regulations and firm policies.

Skills

Team management

Technical oversight

Regulatory compliance

Proposal collaboration

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID: 42467BR

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Leader

Group: IND

Employment Type: Regular

Location options include: Wadsworth, OH; Columbus, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Philadelphia, PA; and CDM Smith offices in New Jersey, New York, Virginia, and Georgia. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Team Management: Manage and supervise an industrial engineering team, providing technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior staff.
• Technical Oversight: Independently oversee and provide expert guidance on complex electrical system designs to meet client project requirements.
• Compliance Review: Review draft designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and sign off on completed designs.
• Policy Adherence: Ensure all designs follow firm policies, quality, and practices.
• Site Reviews: Perform site reviews and studies to ensure designs align with location specifications, updating design requirements as necessary.
• Knowledge Contribution: Develop white papers and technical design documentation for new or special case designs, and submit technical papers for publication in journals.
• Proposal Collaboration: Work with sales staff to create proposals in response to RFPs, ensuring adherence to regulations and best practices.
• Client Engagement: Meet with current and potential clients to review their design needs and provide technical guidance.
• Industry Visibility: Attend conferences and symposia to enhance the visibility of the firm's products and services.
• Primary Contact: Act as the main point of contact for external clients and industry contacts, collaborating with clients and government officials to clarify technical questions.
• Project Updates: Provide updates to project management as necessary.
• Mentorship: Mentor junior staff to develop their skills and prepare them for future growth within the firm.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 15 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• The frequency of travel is contingent on duties and workload; equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• Proven experience leading a team of industrial electrical engineers.
• Understanding of FEL, FEED delivery process.
• Experience with progressive design build and design build delivery methods.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to obtain licensing in multiple states.
• Ability to provide detailed engineering estimates.
• Ability to maintain project budget and schedule.

EEO and Notices

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. 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.

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Compensation and Work Arrangement

• Pay Range Minimum: $133,016
• Pay Range Maximum: $246,043
• Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary.
• Work Location Options: Hybrid work options may be considered for the successful candidate.
• Visa Sponsorship Available: No — We will not support sponsorship (H-1B or TN) for this position.
• Travel: Up to 10% as required.

Other

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.