Senior Electrical Design Engineer

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Job Description:

Are you interested in designing electrical systems that support critical infrastructure and strengthen communities?

 

CDM Smith is seeking a licensed Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead and support electrical design efforts for challenging, multidisciplinary projects.

 

This is a hybrid position with a strong preference for candidates based in Columbus, Ohio . The role will support electrical engineering projects across markets including water, wastewater, industrial, federal, and transit facilities.

 

In this role, you will contribute to power system design, electrical studies, construction-phase services, and technical leadership while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across an employee-owned firm.

 

CDM Smith offers flexible work options, and a sign-on bonus may be considered for the successful candidate.

 

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer , you will:

• With general direction, create basic to highly complex electrical systems, including electric master system plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and similar electrical systems.
• Perform power system studies and electrical calculations, including lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security, and related analyses.
• Conduct site reviews and field studies to verify existing conditions and ensure designs align with project and location-specific requirements.
• Develop electrical plans, specifications, calculations, reports, and other technical deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior staff; may supervise junior engineers on project work.
• Support construction-phase services, including reviews, responses, and coordination as needed.
• Collaborate with sales and project teams on proposals for current and prospective clients.
• Review proposal content for alignment with firm standards, industry best practices, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Participate in client meetings to understand current and future design needs.
• Contribute to CDM Smith’s Technical Knowledge Management program by developing technical documentation, white papers, and special design guidance.
• Represent the firm at conferences, symposia, and industry events in coordination with sales and technical leadership.
• Perform other duties as required.

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Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering design principles.
• Advanced knowledge of CADD, 3D, and 4D design software and practices.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to lead technical work, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required depending on project needs, workload, and business demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with electrical power systems for water, wastewater, industrial, federal, and transit facilities.
• Familiarity with industry and federal codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, NESC, IEEE, and UFC.
• Proficiency in power system planning.
• Experience with distributed generation, alternative energy, and microgrid systems.
• Experience designing, troubleshooting, and problem-solving for medium-voltage distribution systems, including substations, switchgear, and standby generation systems.
• Proficiency with SKM Power*Tools and ETAP.
• Experience with additional electrical system analysis software such as EasyPower, EDSA/Paladin, CYME, or Milsoft.
• Published work in IEEE Journals, IEEE Transactions, or other technical journals is a plus.

Amount of Travel Required: 10% or less EEO Statement: 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. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are 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, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “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, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Additional Compensation : All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Pay Range Min: USD $100,214.00 Pay Range Max: USD $175,365.00 Visa Sponsorship Available : No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position