Electrical Engineering Specialist (Substation)

CDM Smith; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Engineering Specialist (Substation) to design complex systems and lead projects nationally. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 7 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in power systems design and the ability to mentor junior engineers. The position offers hybrid work options and a competitive salary range of $81,765 - $134,909.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years related experience or equivalent.
• Experience leading substation projects through 345kV preferred.
• Familiarity with NESC and NEC standards required.

Responsibilities

• Create electrical designs and related system plans.
• Perform site reviews to ensure design compliance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems knowledge

Technical documentation

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

Electrical Engineering Specialist (Substation) –IND, Regular employment. Job location: United States - Nationwide. Responsible for creating moderate to highly complex designs of electric master system plans, power system, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and related electrical systems. Collaborates with sales staff on proposals responsive to client requests and reviews client needs to ensure alignment with requirements.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 7 years of related experience (equivalent experience considered). Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Create moderate to highly complex electrical designs and related system plans and models, and refine rough sketches with prescribed methods and standard techniques.
• Incorporate changes to designs or sketches and redline or mark up ongoing projects.
• Contribute to studies of power systems and electrical calculations, lighting simulations and layouts, communications, fire alarm, security and other similar calculations.
• Perform site reviews and studies to ensure designs align with location specifications and update design requirements as necessary.
• Develop technical design documentation and white papers for new or special-case designs, contributing to the firm’s technical knowledge base (TKM).
• Collaborate with sales to create proposals and ensure adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations and best practices.
• Engage with current and potential clients to review current and future design needs; attend conferences and collaborate with sales staff to improve visibility of products and services.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff and mentor their growth within the discipline and firm.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; 7 years of related experience; equivalent additional directly related experience considered in lieu of a college degree; travel as required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading substation projects through 345kV; proficiency in protective relay schemes and 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.

Other

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, 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. Visa Sponsorship Available: No.

Pay Range: Minimum $81,765 – Maximum $134,909. Additional compensation: discretionary bonuses may apply. Work location options: Hybrid work options may be considered. Mass. applicants: comply with local law regarding lie detector tests.