Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent Lundy; Farmington Hills (MI); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team in a hybrid work environment. This role offers the chance to work on high voltage substation projects, where you'll be involved in everything from project conceptualization to execution. You'll tackle challenging electrical engineering issues and collaborate with experienced engineers to enhance your skills. The company values work-life balance, providing comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off. If you're passionate about electrical engineering and looking for a supportive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

Flexible work arrangement

Relocation package

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in design of Medium Voltage Power Systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and execution.
• Prepare reports for technical and project information presentation.

Skills

Design of Medium Voltage Power Systems

Project Management

Interpersonal Communication

Written Communication

Troubleshooting Electrical Issues

Education

BSEE degree from an ABET-accredited program

Tools

MS Office applications

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

• This position offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of high voltage substation projects.
• As an Electrical Engineer, you will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
• You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues.
• As an Associate Electrical Engineer, you will prepare reports that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
• Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”
• In addition, you may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• A BSEE degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required.
• 2 or more years experience in the design of Medium Voltage Power Systems.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints.
• Experience tracking project information such as: schedules and expenditures against budgets, preparing status reports and client interface.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• 1 or more years experience in the design of substations 138kV and above.
• Ability to prepare substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.
• Physical layout and protection & controls experience.
• Ability to work with Designer to develop substation single line diagrams, relaying & metering diagrams, DC schematic diagrams, substation plan & sections, grounding plans, etc.
• Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to substation design. This includes the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI - C2).
• PE license.
• AutoCAD experience.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits.

Compensation Range

$64,720.00 - $92,930.00

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.