Lead Electrical Engineer 7 - Power Systems & Infrastructure Design

CDM Smith•Knoxville, TN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversight for complex electrical systems, including power distribution, protection and generation systems, facility power, and renewable energy solutions. The role involves guiding multidisciplinary project teams, reviewing and approving designs, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with clients to deliver solutions that meet project requirements, regulations, and industry standards. The company offers a collaborative work environment, opportunities for technical growth, and flexible work options.

Requirements

Expert knowledge of electrical engineering design principles, practices, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and oversight for complex electrical engineering projects.
Expert knowledge of computer-aided design and drafting practices, including applicable 3D and 4D design platforms.
Strong knowledge of electrical design quality assurance and quality control practices.
Expert knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Strong ability to review, evaluate, and resolve complex engineering issues.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other commonly used business applications.
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to clients, project managers, engineers, designers, and other stakeholders.
Ability to manage competing technical priorities and provide consistent guidance across multiple projects and teams.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related discipline.
Professional Engineer license.
12 years of related electrical engineering experience.
Equivalent directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing technical leadership for electrical power-system projects in the water, wastewater, industrial, federal, or transit markets.
Experience designing and reviewing medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems.
Experience with substations, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, emergency power, standby generation, grounding, and related facility electrical systems.
Familiarity with applicable industry and federal codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, NESC, IEEE, and UFC requirements.
Experience performing or reviewing load-flow, short-circuit, protective-device coordination, arc-flash, and related power-system studies.
Hands-on experience with SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or similar power-system analysis software.
Experience reviewing and approving electrical designs as a licensed Professional Engineer.
Experience developing engineering standards, technical publications, white papers, or industry presentations.
Experience supporting technical proposals, client development, and multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight and expert technical guidance for moderately to highly complex electrical designs, including electrical master plans, power systems, protection and generation models, facility power systems, and sustainability and renewable energy systems.
Review designs for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards, firm policies, and established practices.
Approve and sign completed designs, as authorized.
Conduct site reviews and technical studies to confirm existing conditions and ensure designs align with project requirements and site-specific criteria.
Revise design requirements as needed.
Contribute to the firm’s Technical Knowledge Management program by developing white papers, technical guidance, design documentation, studies, and other materials related to new or specialized applications.
Prepare technical papers and designs for publication in industry journals.
Collaborate with sales staff to develop proposals and responses to requests for proposals.
Review proposal content for alignment with firm standards, industry best practices, and applicable regulations.
Meet with current and prospective clients to understand their existing and future design needs and support the development of appropriate technical solutions.
Attend conferences, symposia, and other industry events to enhance the visibility of the firm’s expertise, services, and capabilities in collaboration with sales staff.
Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to junior staff.
Supervise and review the work of junior engineers and support their professional development and growth within the discipline and firm.
Perform other duties as required.