CDM Smith
Senior Engineer - Physical Substation
CDM Smith, Clarksville, Tennessee, United States, 37040
Job Title
Senior Engineer - Physical Substation
Employment Type Regular
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline.
Professional Engineering License Professional engineering (PE) license.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience in Extra High Voltage (EHV) substation design across voltage classes ranging from 13.8 kV to 765 kV, including both open-air and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS).
Strong background in physical design and protection & control (P&C) systems for high-voltage substations.
Proficient in preparing detailed engineering deliverables such as One-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, connection diagrams, equipment arrangement, grounding, foundation, conduit plans, raceway drawings, plan and section views, and signage / nameplate documentation.
Skilled in performing advanced engineering studies and calculations including Lightning protection analysis, Conduit fill, and voltage drop calculations, Surge arrester sizing and AC / DC station service loading and Auxiliary power equipment sizing.
Experienced in designing various bus configurations for EHV substations.
Proficient in the use of CDEGS, WinIGS, or similar programs for lightning and grounding studies.
Proficiency in assessing mechanical forces and thermal effects of high fault currents on rigid bus.
Skills and Abilities
Strong foundation in transmission systems, grid stability, fault analysis, and load flow studies, with experience in modeling using ETAP, CYME, PSCAD, and PLS-CADD.
Proficient in EHV substation design (AIS / GIS), including layout planning, equipment selection, grounding, lightning protection, and insulation coordination (345kV and above).
Familiar with SF6 gas-insulated and air-insulated systems, and well-versed in industry standards such as IEEE, IEC, NESC, ANSI, and OSHA.
Skilled in protection and control integration, including control buildings, panels, and coordination with civil teams on foundations, grading, and drainage.
Experienced in construction practices, commissioning, testing, and interpreting field markups / redlines; knowledgeable in arc flash mitigation and safety compliance.
Effective in managing cross-disciplinary teams, budgets, and timelines; strong communication skills for technical writing, client presentations, and issue resolution.
Travel Requirement 10%
Pay Range Pay Range Minimum: $119,829 Pay Range Maximum: $209,726
EEO Statement We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity / Affluent Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Additional Compensation All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
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Employment Type Regular
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Technology or related discipline.
Professional Engineering License Professional engineering (PE) license.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience in Extra High Voltage (EHV) substation design across voltage classes ranging from 13.8 kV to 765 kV, including both open-air and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS).
Strong background in physical design and protection & control (P&C) systems for high-voltage substations.
Proficient in preparing detailed engineering deliverables such as One-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, connection diagrams, equipment arrangement, grounding, foundation, conduit plans, raceway drawings, plan and section views, and signage / nameplate documentation.
Skilled in performing advanced engineering studies and calculations including Lightning protection analysis, Conduit fill, and voltage drop calculations, Surge arrester sizing and AC / DC station service loading and Auxiliary power equipment sizing.
Experienced in designing various bus configurations for EHV substations.
Proficient in the use of CDEGS, WinIGS, or similar programs for lightning and grounding studies.
Proficiency in assessing mechanical forces and thermal effects of high fault currents on rigid bus.
Skills and Abilities
Strong foundation in transmission systems, grid stability, fault analysis, and load flow studies, with experience in modeling using ETAP, CYME, PSCAD, and PLS-CADD.
Proficient in EHV substation design (AIS / GIS), including layout planning, equipment selection, grounding, lightning protection, and insulation coordination (345kV and above).
Familiar with SF6 gas-insulated and air-insulated systems, and well-versed in industry standards such as IEEE, IEC, NESC, ANSI, and OSHA.
Skilled in protection and control integration, including control buildings, panels, and coordination with civil teams on foundations, grading, and drainage.
Experienced in construction practices, commissioning, testing, and interpreting field markups / redlines; knowledgeable in arc flash mitigation and safety compliance.
Effective in managing cross-disciplinary teams, budgets, and timelines; strong communication skills for technical writing, client presentations, and issue resolution.
Travel Requirement 10%
Pay Range Pay Range Minimum: $119,829 Pay Range Maximum: $209,726
EEO Statement We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity / Affluent Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Additional Compensation All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
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