Regional Lead, Substation Protection and Controls Engineer

CDM Smith; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Substation Protection & Control Engineer to provide technical leadership within the Power and Energy practice. You will lead, mentor, and grow a team, acting as a technical authority for protection and automation on complex substation projects.

The role emphasizes team development, project delivery, and client service, with preferred locations across multiple US offices. Travel and leadership are key components of this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer license.
• 15 years of related experience and travel willingness.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of high-voltage substation P&C projects.
• Technical authority for protective relaying, control, SCADA integration.
• Develop, review, and approve protection deliverables and wiring diagrams.
• Lead power system studies, coordination, and equipment selection.
• Ensure compliance with standards, safety, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with teams for successful project delivery and startup.

Skills

P&C engineering

Leadership

Mentoring

Power systems

Client relations

Safety excellence

SCADA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

PE license

Tools

SCADA software

Relay settings software

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Substation Protection & Control Engineer to provide technical leadership within the Power and Energy practice. You will lead, mentor, and grow a team, acting as a technical authority for protection and automation on complex substation projects.

The role emphasizes team development, project delivery, and client service, with preferred locations across multiple US offices. Travel and leadership are key components of this opportunity.