Electrical Engineering Specialist 3(Substation)

CDM Smith; Waterbury (CT); 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 design projects. This role involves creating detailed designs for high voltage substations, conducting site reviews, and collaborating with teams to ensure alignment with specifications. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in engineering principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team. With opportunities for growth and a dynamic work environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make an impact in the electrical engineering field.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience required, or equivalent additional experience.
• Intermediate CADD knowledge and strong engineering design principles.

Responsibilities

• Creates complex designs for electrical systems and substation projects.
• Performs site reviews to ensure designs meet specifications.
• Contributes to technical documentation and attends industry conferences.

Skills

Intermediate knowledge of CADD 3D and 4D software

Solid knowledge of engineering principles of design

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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

EEO Statement:

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. 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. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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

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.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

CDM Smith Inc. reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States.

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.