Electrical Engineer 3

CDM is a privately owned, global, full-service consulting, design/build engineering, construction, and operations firm helping public and private clients improve the environment and infrastructure through award-winning projects. Since 1947, we have been providing innovative solutions developed through strong client relationships of mutual trust and respect and a commitment to quality and integrity. From a three-person firm in Cambridge to today's staff of more than 3,600 worldwide, CDM has grown and diversified with our clients' needs in mind. Our mission is to reach one goal – the client’s – by providing the right total solutions.

 

CDM prides itself in developing and retaining high quality staff.  We are in search of a motivated individual that has a solid foundation of electrical engineering through on the job training in industrial and commercial facility design and is willing to work and continue learning in a team environment.  Using both on the job training and selected in-house training courses you will continue to develop your overall skills to advance your career.  You will be working on small projects as the electrical lead and on specific tasks or areas of larger projects under the direction of a senior engineer.  At CDM you will have the opportunity to develop business skills by assisting in the development of proposals, meeting clients and overseeing engineering budgets, technical skills through design and training courses and constructability skills through field observation and design/build tasks.  

 

Our Electrical Practice is eighty-five plus members strong, located in twelve offices across the globe.  Our domestic electrical groups are located in: Albany, NY; Cambridge, MA; Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; Dallas, TX; Irvine, CA; Orlando, FL; Phoenix, AZ; Pittsburgh, PA; St. Paul, MN; and Walnut Creek, CA. Our geographical distribution of staff allows CDM to attract and retain the best available staff in the industry while providing local client support.  Common design guidelines and practices coupled with state of the art technology allow us to work seamlessly among the groups and essentially around the clock with the integration of our international staff.

 

Job Description:  This mid-level electrical engineering position requires the successful candidate to perform activities of a limited scope, based on principles and techniques commonly employed in electrical engineering design or by the successful completion of a Doctorate degree.  You will be introduced to project management techniques and to the CDM management system to broaden your understanding of multi discipline design concepts in preparation of advancement to the next level. 

 

Job Requirements:  3-5 years of experience since B.S.  (Power Engineering Option Preferred)Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel and MS Power Point)May be required to either manage tasks on large projects or manage phases of small projectsDeveloping external client interaction and marketing skills Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) by successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Examination is required.May be required to supervise or coordinate the work of CADD Operators, technicians and others assisting in specific assignmentsExperience in the design of water and wastewater treatment facilities or industrial facilities is preferred.Proficiency with SKM Power*Tools or other electrical system analysis software is preferredCandidate must have excellent writing and communication skills.Assist senior staff in the selection and specification of various electrical system components including motor control centers, switchgear, transformers, etc.Determine code require working clearances around electrical equipment.Assist senior staff in the development of the Engineer’s opinion of probable construction cost estimates Assist senior staff in the development of sales proposals. Attend client meetings for the purpose of defining the project scope during a proposal phase and review design development documents during project execution.

 

Additional Job Details:  Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:Performing electrical calculations for electrical systems using electrical systems analysis software.Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code is desired.Performing design tasks of building related electrical systems including lighting, communications, fire alarm, security systems and power distribution systems.Developing of electrical plans and specifications for small projects with minimal supervision.Perform site investigations to confirm and/or identify existing conditions for use in the development of electrical design documents.Coordinating with the client, utilities and Fire Marshal  Reviewing shop drawings and assist with general construction services.Performing short circuit, protective relay coordination and arc flash studies using power analysis software.Performing limited AutoCAD tasks for electrical design drawings.

 

Additional Information: CDM has consistently earned industry recognition for our innovative project solutions. Recognition by respected professional organizations, such as the American Academy of Environmental Engineers, the American Council of Engineering Companies, and the Design-Build Institute of America, is a testament to CDM’s delivery of exceptional service and the right total solutions for each client's needs.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.