Building Power Systems Subject Matter Expert Aviation & Infrastructure PA/MD/NJ/DE in , United States

We value our employees by fostering a culture of learning, professional development, and collaboration. CMTS is committed to maintaining a work environment that emphasizes safety, integrity, and accountability while supporting work-life balance and employee well-being. Our teams are empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact through the projects we deliver. About Your Role The Building Power Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides technical leadership for the planning, design review, integration, and commissioning of electrical power systems supporting airport facilities and infrastructure. This includes medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, emergency power systems, generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), switchgear, transformers, and critical power monitoring systems. The SME ensures electrical power systems are designed for high reliability, redundancy, and safety to support mission-critical airport operations such as terminals, airfield systems, security infrastructure, and life safety systems. They coordinate closely with electrical engineers, utility providers, contractors, and airport stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, aviation standards, and operational requirements while supporting system testing, commissioning, and long-term resilience., Procore e-Builder Microsoft 365 Autodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360 Bluebeam Revu What You’ll Do Lead the planning, design review, and technical oversight of building electrical power systems for airport facilities and infrastructure. Develop and review electrical design criteria, system layouts, single-line diagrams, and power distribution strategies. Oversee medium-voltage distribution systems, including substations, switchgear, feeders, and load centers. Provide technical guidance for emergency power systems, including generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and backup power configurations. Review and validate UPS system designs supporting critical airport loads such as IT, security, life safety, and operational systems. Ensure electrical systems are designed for high reliability, redundancy, resiliency, and maintainability in mission-critical environments. Perform and review load analyses, demand studies, and system capacity planning to support current and future airport requirements. Review arc flash studies, coordination studies, short-circuit analyses, and grounding designs for compliance and safety. Evaluate electrical protection schemes, power quality, and system selectivity to ensure safe and reliable operation. Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, equipment specifications, and installation details for compliance with design intent. Support integration of electrical systems with mechanical, controls, life safety, and airport operational systems. Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), energization, and commissioning activities. Oversee system startup, functional testing, and performance verification of electrical infrastructure. Identify and resolve technical issues related to power distribution, equipment performance, and system integration. Coordinate with utilities, designers, contractors, and airport stakeholders throughout project delivery. Support operational readiness, training, and transition of electrical systems to airport operations and maintenance teams. Provide technical recommendations for lifecycle optimization, reliability improvements, and long-term asset management. Salary Range

Bachelor of Science degree in civil, mechanical or electrical engineering with 10 years of experience or 20 years of experience working with Building Power Systems What You’ll Need to Get the Job Done Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering . Minimum 15+ years of experience in large-scale electrical power systems design, construction, and commissioning. Extensive experience with medium-voltage (MV) distribution systems, including substations, switchgear, and feeders. Strong background in emergency power systems, including generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and backup power strategies. Experience with uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems supporting critical loads and mission-critical infrastructure. Demonstrated expertise in electrical redundancy, resiliency planning, and system reliability design for large facilities. Proficiency in performing and reviewing arc flash studies, coordination studies, and short-circuit analyses. Experience with electrical load calculations, demand analysis, and system capacity coordination. Strong understanding of electrical protection schemes, grounding, and power quality considerations. Experience reviewing and developing electrical design packages, specifications, and construction submittals. Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC), IEEE standards, and applicable airport or critical infrastructure electrical requirements. Experience supporting commissioning activities, functional testing, and system energization procedures. Ability to coordinate across mechanical, controls, and architectural disciplines for integrated building systems. Airport, transit, healthcare, or other large mission-critical facility experience . Strong communication, technical leadership, and stakeholder coordination skills.

$150,000.00 - $160,000.00 annually CMTS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and career advancement pathways.

Every day at CMTS, our team delivers infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. With over 42 years of industry experience, CMTS has built a strong foundation for continued success, providing project and construction management services to public and private clients nationwide.