Electrical Engineering Specialist 3(Substation)

CDM Smith; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Engineering Specialist to contribute to innovative substation designs. In this role, you will create and refine electric master system plans, perform complex electrical calculations, and ensure alignment with location specifications. Your expertise in high voltage substation projects will be invaluable as you work collaboratively with a team to enhance the visibility of the firm's services. This position offers the flexibility of fully remote or hybrid work options, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to balance work and life while contributing to impactful projects in the electrical engineering field.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience in electrical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design and drafting principles.

Responsibilities

• Creates designs for electric master system plans and power systems.
• Contributes to studies of power systems and electrical calculations.
• Performs site reviews to ensure designs meet specifications.

Skills

CADD 3D and 4D software

Electrical design principles

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

40358BR

Requisition ID: 40358BR

Business Unit: IND

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Specialist 3 (Substation)

Group: IND

Employment Type: Regular

Job Description:

Edit this to include substation design, physical and P&Cs. Creates basic to moderately complex designs of electric master system plans, power system, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems. Executes a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches. Incorporates changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects. Contributes to studies of power systems and electrical calculations for electrical systems, lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security, and other similar calculations. Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements as necessary. Adds to firm's TKM by contributing to technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. 3 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Responsible for Substation engineering including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 345kV including:

1. Protective relay schemes
2. Relay Schematics and wiring diagrams
3. Equipment specifications and selection
4. Hardware specifications and selection, including SCADA/RTU components
5. Knowledge of NESC & NEC
6. Substation grounding grid design & lightning protection

Skills and Abilities:

Intermediate knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Solid knowledge of engineer principles of design. Strong knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Proven ability to work as a team player. Completes assignments on time and demonstrates solid follow through skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 10%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Pay Range Minimum: $71,094

Pay Range Maximum: $117,333

Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options: Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.