Regional HV Substation Lead & Technical Mentor

CDM Smith; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith seeks a Senior Substation Physical Engineer to lead HV substation design and act as technical authority for regional projects. The role focuses on 230kV–345kV designs, guiding teams, ensuring deliverable quality, and supporting business growth.

Ideal candidates bring PE licensure, 15+ years of relevant experience, and the ability to travel as required, with a commitment to safety and client service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; PE license preferred.
• 15+ years of related experience in HV substation design or equivalent.
• Ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and interact with clients across regions.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, execution, and delivery of HV substation projects from 230kV to 345kV.
• Act as Engineer of Record (EOR) and technical authority for substation physical design.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables, studies, and calculations for quality and compliance.
• Mentor engineers and designers; support business development and client relationships.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams through planning, design, construction, and startup.

Skills

HV substation design

Leadership

Client relations

Budget & scheduling

Proposal support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Power system software

Job description

CDM Smith seeks a Senior Substation Physical Engineer to lead HV substation design and act as technical authority for regional projects. The role focuses on 230kV–345kV designs, guiding teams, ensuring deliverable quality, and supporting business growth.

Ideal candidates bring PE licensure, 15+ years of relevant experience, and the ability to travel as required, with a commitment to safety and client service.