Energy & Power Leadership: Electrification & DER Expert

CDM Smith; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Energy and Power Discipline Leader to drive electrification initiatives, renewable energy advisory, and market-facing programs for diverse clients across the nation. The role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, and technical excellence in electrical resilience and grid modernization.

Ideal candidates bring PE licensure, 12+ years of related experience, and a passion for sustainable energy, with ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and engage stakeholders in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering; PE license.
• 12 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of analysis and designs to support EV fleet adoption.
• Provide electrification and renewable energy advisory and design services nationwide.
• Educate internal leaders on new policies and funding opportunities for electrification.
• Lead financial modeling, cost-benefit analyses, and incentives evaluation.
• Champion R&D initiatives in green electrification and renewable energy.
• Lead cross-functional teams on complex strategic initiatives.
• Be both a seller and a doer to navigate new mobility areas.
• Collaborate across practices to advance the discipline.
• Mentor technical staff and engage with external stakeholders.
• Lead webinars to promote discipline goals and initiatives.

Skills

Project leadership

Public speaking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Energy and Power Discipline Leader to drive electrification initiatives, renewable energy advisory, and market-facing programs for diverse clients across the nation. The role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, and technical excellence in electrical resilience and grid modernization.

Ideal candidates bring PE licensure, 12+ years of related experience, and a passion for sustainable energy, with ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and engage stakeholders in a