Electrical Engineering Specialist

Job Overview

CDM Smith is seeking an Electrical Engineering Specialist to support our growing Industrial Division in Pittsburgh, PA. This role will lead and execute complex electrical system designs, support client needs, contribute to technical excellence, and mentor emerging engineering talent.

• Creates 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 related electrical systems.
• Executes and oversees electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing system components, refining sketches, and incorporating design changes, redlines, and markups.
• Performs and contributes to studies of power systems and electrical calculations, including lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security, and similar analytical tasks.
• Conducts site reviews and field studies, as needed, to ensure design solutions align with project and location-specific requirements.
• Updates design requirements and ensures that firm policies, industry standards, and federal, state, and local regulations are followed on all designs.
• Develops white papers, technical documentation, and special-case design studies as part of the firm’s Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) program; may submit technical work to industry publications.
• Collaborates with sales staff to develop proposals in response to client RFPs and reviews proposal drafts for compliance with firm standards and best practices.
• Meets with current and prospective clients to understand their design needs and support ongoing and future project work.
• Represents the firm at conferences, symposia, and industry events to increase visibility of CDM Smith’s capabilities in partnership with sales staff.
• Provides technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior personnel, supporting their development within the discipline and the organization.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree. 10 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.

• Proficiency in protective relay schemes and developing 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.

• 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.

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Specialist

Employment Type: Regular

Team: IND

Job Site

Location:

Ohio - Columbus

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 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.