Nevada Staffing
Electrical Engineer (Substation)
CDM Smith is seeking a dynamic Electrical Engineer to join our team of forward-thinking experts. You'll design high-performance systems that drive infrastructure resilience, energy innovation, and technical excellence across industries. From power grids to smart facilities, your work will electrify progress. Design and develop electrical systems from foundational to highly complexincluding electric master system plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power infrastructure, and renewable energy solutions. Perform advanced studies and calculations for power distribution, lighting simulations and layouts, communications, fire alarm, and security systems. Develop white papers and technical documentation to support CDM Smith's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) program. Conduct field reviews to ensure alignment between design specifications and site conditions; update designs as needed. Collaborate with sales staff to shape winning proposals and respond to client RFPs. Review proposals for compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Engage directly with current and prospective clients to understand and plan for future design needs. Represent the firm at industry conferences and events, enhancing both your visibility and ours. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to their technical growth and project success. Provide guidance and may oversee the work of junior team members to ensure quality and consistency. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. Seven years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Preferred qualifications include experience leading substation engineering projects through 345kV. Proficiency in protective relay schemes and creating 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. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. United States - Nationwide 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. Pay range minimum: $90,605. Pay range maximum: $158,579. All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Hybrid work options may be considered for successful candidates. Massachusetts applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
CDM Smith is seeking a dynamic Electrical Engineer to join our team of forward-thinking experts. You'll design high-performance systems that drive infrastructure resilience, energy innovation, and technical excellence across industries. From power grids to smart facilities, your work will electrify progress. Design and develop electrical systems from foundational to highly complexincluding electric master system plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power infrastructure, and renewable energy solutions. Perform advanced studies and calculations for power distribution, lighting simulations and layouts, communications, fire alarm, and security systems. Develop white papers and technical documentation to support CDM Smith's Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) program. Conduct field reviews to ensure alignment between design specifications and site conditions; update designs as needed. Collaborate with sales staff to shape winning proposals and respond to client RFPs. Review proposals for compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Engage directly with current and prospective clients to understand and plan for future design needs. Represent the firm at industry conferences and events, enhancing both your visibility and ours. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to their technical growth and project success. Provide guidance and may oversee the work of junior team members to ensure quality and consistency. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. Seven years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Preferred qualifications include experience leading substation engineering projects through 345kV. Proficiency in protective relay schemes and creating 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. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. United States - Nationwide 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. Pay range minimum: $90,605. Pay range maximum: $158,579. All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Hybrid work options may be considered for successful candidates. Massachusetts applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.