Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Systems & Infrastructure Design

CDM Smith; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Electrical Engineer 5 to design and analyze electrical systems for critical infrastructure projects. You will work on master plans, power systems, and generation models while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires a PE license and about 7 years of relevant experience, with potential travel to support projects across regions. You will mentor junior staff and contribute to technical knowledge and client proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• PE license is required or will be pursued.
• 7 years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical master plans, power systems, protection and generation models.
• Perform power system studies and electrical calculations.
• Conduct site reviews and verify design alignment with site requirements.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to knowledge management.
• Prepare designs for publication and contribute to proposals.

Skills

Electrical design

CADD 3D/4D

MS Office

Communication

Regulations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

SKM Power*Tools

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Electrical Engineer 5 to design and analyze electrical systems for critical infrastructure projects. You will work on master plans, power systems, and generation models while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires a PE license and about 7 years of relevant experience, with potential travel to support projects across regions. You will mentor junior staff and contribute to technical knowledge and client proposals.