Electrical Engineer I – Power Systems CAD

CDM Smith; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design electric master system plans and power systems, perform calculations, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role includes contributing to technical papers and collaborating on projects across locations.

Travel up to 10% may be required. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required, with strong CAD and MS Office skills. Domestic or international travel could be involved.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of computer aided design and drafting (CADD) 3D/4D software and practices.
• Basic knowledge of engineer principles of design.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, creates basic designs of electric master system plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems.
• Performs studies of power systems and electrical calculations for electrical systems, lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security and other similar calculations.
• Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
• Performs site reviews and studies to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications.
• Updates design requirements as necessary.
• Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.
• Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
• Performs other duties as required.
• May create or work with a team to create a poster or other presentation material for a conference.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D

Engineering design principles

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design electric master system plans and power systems, perform calculations, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role includes contributing to technical papers and collaborating on projects across locations.

Travel up to 10% may be required. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required, with strong CAD and MS Office skills. Domestic or international travel could be involved.