Senior Electrical Design Engineer

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Are you interested in designing electrical systems that support critical infrastructure and strengthen communities?

CDM Smith is seeking a licensed Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead and support electrical design efforts for challenging, multidisciplinary projects.

This is a hybrid position with a strong preference for candidates based in Latham, New York. The role will support electrical engineering projects across markets including water, wastewater, industrial, federal, and transit facilities.

In this role, you will contribute to power system design, electrical studies, construction-phase services, and technical leadership while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across an employee-owned firm.

CDM Smith offers flexible work options, and a sign-on bonus may be considered for the successful candidate.

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will:

• With general direction, create basic to highly complex electrical systems, including electric master system plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability/renewable energy systems, and similar electrical systems.
• Perform power system studies and electrical calculations, including lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security, and related analyses.
• Conduct site reviews and field studies to verify existing conditions and ensure designs align with project and location-specific requirements.
• Develop electrical plans, specifications, calculations, reports, and other technical deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior staff; may supervise junior engineers on project work.
• Support construction-phase services, including reviews, responses, and coordination as needed.
• Collaborate with sales and project teams on proposals for current and prospective clients.
• Review proposal content for alignment with firm standards, industry best practices, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Participate in client meetings to understand current and future design needs.
• Contribute to CDM Smith’s Technical Knowledge Management program by developing technical documentation, white papers, and special design guidance.
• Represent the firm at conferences, symposia, and industry events in coordination with sales and technical leadership.
• Perform other duties as required.

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• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering design principles.
• Advanced knowledge of CADD, 3D, and 4D design software and practices.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to lead technical work, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required depending on project needs, workload, and business demands.

• Experience with electrical power systems for water, wastewater, industrial, federal, and transit facilities.
• Familiarity with industry and federal codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, NESC, IEEE, and UFC.
• Proficiency in power system planning.
• Experience with distributed generation, alternative energy, and microgrid systems.
• Experience designing, troubleshooting, and problem-solving for medium-voltage distribution systems, including substations, switchgear, and standby generation systems.
• Proficiency with SKM Power*Tools and ETAP.
• Experience with additional electrical system analysis software such as EasyPower, EDSA/Paladin, CYME, or Milsoft.
• Published work in IEEE Journals, IEEE Transactions, or other technical journals is a plus.