Senior Electrical Systems Designer

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States CDM Smith Full time

About the Role

As a Senior Electrical Systems Designer at CDM Smith, you will be responsible for creating innovative and complex designs of electric master system plans, power systems, protection, and generation models. You will work closely with our team to develop white papers and technical documentation to support our firm's technical knowledge management.

About the Job

This is a full-time regular position that requires domestic and/or international travel, contingent on specific duties and responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or related discipline, and 7 years of related experience. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is also required.

About the Team

We are a team of passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions, and bring diverse perspectives. Our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive, and inclusive work environment that fosters personal leadership, career growth, and development for every employee.

About the Location

The job site location is Illinois - Chicago, and we offer fully remote or hybrid work options for successful candidates.

Responsibilities

  • Create basic to highly complex designs of electric master system plans, power systems, protection, and generation models
  • Develop white papers and technical documentation to support our firm's technical knowledge management
  • Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs)
  • Review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations and best practices
  • Perform site reviews and studies to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications
  • Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff
  • Mentor more junior staff and develop them for future growth within the discipline and firm

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, or related discipline
  • 7 years of related experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Expert Knowledge of computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices
  • Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

About CDM Smith

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.



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