Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

As an Electrical Design Engineer 5, you will design electrical systems that support critical infrastructure and make a meaningful impact on communities. This role involves contributing to challenging design and construction projects across a range of electrical engineering disciplines, including complex power system design and analysis, field investigations, and construction‑phase services. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, apply advanced tools and technologies, and work on projects aligned with your technical interests and career goals.

We are committed to your professional growth and long‑term success. CDM Smith offers a collaborative work environment, opportunities to expand your expertise and flexible work options that support your needs both inside and outside of work. A sign‑on bonus may be considered for the successful candidate.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Develop basic to highly complex designs for electrical master plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability and renewable energy systems, and similar electrical systems.
• Perform power system studies and electrical calculations, including lighting simulations and layouts, communications, fire alarm, security, and related facility system analyses.
• Conduct site reviews and technical studies to confirm existing conditions and ensure designs align with site‑specific requirements. Revise design criteria and requirements based on findings.
• Contribute to the firm’s Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) program by developing white papers, technical design documentation and case studies related to new, specialized, or complex designs and studies.
• Prepare and submit technical papers and designs for publication in industry journals.
• Collaborate with sales staff to develop proposals in response to requests from current and prospective clients. Review draft proposals for alignment with firm standards, industry best practices, and applicable federal, state and local requirements.
• Meet with current and prospective clients to understand their present and future design needs and help develop appropriate technical solutions.
• Attend conferences, symposia, and other industry events to strengthen technical expertise and increase the visibility of the firm’s services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
• Provide technical guidance, training and mentorship to junior staff to support their professional growth within the discipline and firm.
• Review and, as assigned, supervise the project work of junior engineers.
• Perform other duties as required.

• 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.

• 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, switch gear and standby generation systems.
• Proficiency with SKM Power
  * Tools and ETAP.
• Experience with additional electrical system analysis software such as Easy Power, EDSA/Paladin, CYME or Milsoft.
• Published work in IEEE Journals, IEEE Transactions or other technical journals is a plus.

• 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…