Creates moderate to highly complex designs of electric master system plans, power system, protection and generation models, facility power systems, sustainability / renewable energy systems, and other similar electrical systems.
Executes electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches; incorporates changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects.
Contributes to studies of power systems and electrical calculations for electrical systems, lighting simulations, lighting layouts, communications, fire alarm, security and other similar calculations.
Performs site reviews and studies to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications; updates design requirements as necessary.
Contributes to firm\'s TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.
Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs); reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm\'s products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff; mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.
Performs other duties as required.
Job Details
Job Title : Electrical Engineering Specialist (Substation)
Group : IND
Employment Type : Regular
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor\'s degree.
7 years of related experience.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
Domestic and / or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience leading substation engineering projects through 345kV.
Proficiency in protective relay schemes and creating relay schematics / wiring diagrams.
Expertise in specifying and selecting electrical equipment, including SCADA / RTU hardware.
Familiarity with NESC and NEC standards.
Knowledge of substation grounding grid design and lightning protection systems.
Other Details
EEO Statement : We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Job Site Location : United States - Nationwide
Agency Disclaimer : All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Amount of Travel Required : 5%
Assignment Category : Fulltime-Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available : No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
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Electrical Engineering Specialist • Lincoln, NE, US