Hybrid Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Federal Infra

CDM Smith

Carlsbad (CA)

Hybrid

USD 138,000 - 242,000

Full time

11 days ago
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Hybrid work model

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a licensed Electrical Design Engineer to lead federal infrastructure, water and industrial projects from a hybrid California office. The role blends hands-on design work with client-facing leadership, advancing project goals and ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

The Senior Electrical Design Engineer will mentor junior staff, perform power system studies using ETAP/SKM, and support proposal development while collaborating with sales and clients to

Qualifications

  • Licensed Electrical Design Engineer with strong project management experience.
  • 10 years of related electrical engineering experience.
  • Domestic and/or international travel may be required depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop electrical designs for federal infrastructure, water, wastewater and industrial projects.
  • Review designs for regulatory compliance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Perform power system studies and calculations for distribution, lighting, and related systems.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
  • Collaborate with sales to develop proposals and meet client needs.
  • Meet with clients to assess present and future design requirements.
  • Attend industry events to showcase capabilities and foster relationships.

Skills

Electrical design principles
Power system analysis
Client communication
Regulatory knowledge
Project leadership
Microsoft Office / Bluebeam Revu

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
Professional Engineer license

Tools

SKM Power Tools
ETAP
Microsoft Office
Adobe
Bluebeam Revu

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a licensed Electrical Design Engineer to lead federal infrastructure, water and industrial projects from a hybrid California office. The role blends hands-on design work with client-facing leadership, advancing project goals and ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

The Senior Electrical Design Engineer will mentor junior staff, perform power system studies using ETAP/SKM, and support proposal development while collaborating with sales and clients to

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