Experienced Electrical Engineering Consultant

Sargent Lundy; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an Electrical Engineer for our Consulting group. This remote/virtual position allows candidates located anywhere in the United States.

The role supports gas generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage, and utility planning/advisory work. You will work with developers, lenders, and investors on owner’s engineer engagements for utility-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical engineering design for utility-scale power/storage projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities for technical discussions.
• Ability to collaborate with EPC teams and Owners’ Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review EPC RFP packages and technical specifications.
• Evaluate EPC proposals and assist in selecting preferred contractors.
• Provide technical support during EPC contract negotiations.
• Review electrical equipment specs and design drawings.
• Comment on contractor electrical engineering design packages (transformers, switchgear, PV/battery systems).

Skills

Power systems design

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

5+ years experience in utility-scale power/storage projects

Job description

Responsibilities

This is a remote/virtual position. Candidate can be based anywhere within the United States.

Sargent & Lundy is one of the largest and most experienced power industry engineering and consulting firms. We have a unique and exciting opportunity to join our Consulting group in the role of Electrical Engineer for electrical power projects. We are seeking detail-oriented professionals with power project electrical engineering design experience.

This position is being added to support the continued growth of the Sargent & Lundy Consulting group, particularly in the gas generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage, and utility planning / advisory practice areas. Our Consulting group works with clients across the United States and in numerous other countries.

This position will require face-to-face interaction with power plant developers and owners, as well as lenders and investors, during the execution of consulting services work for the firm. The work environment in our Consulting group is fast-paced, dynamic, and interesting.

This position in Sargent & Lundy’s Consulting group will require you participate in our owner’s engineer engagements for utility-scale power generation projects developed by our electric utilities and Independent Power Producer (IPP) clients. Common tasks include:

• Preparing and/or reviewing EPC RFP packages and associated technical specifications


• Evaluating EPC proposals to assist selection of preferred EPC contractors


• Providing technical support during negotiations of EPC contract


• Preparing or reviewing specifications such as main power transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment


• Reviewing and providing technical commentary on EPC contractor’s electrical engineering design drawing packages and supporting calculations:
  
  
  
  • Simple and combined cycle electrical system design packages
  
  
  • Renewable low-voltage (both DC and AC) systems
  
  
  • AC collection system for solar and batteries
  
  
  • Collector substation and interconnecting substation expansion
  
  
  • Gen-tie transmission
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

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

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering design of utility-scale power/storage projects


• Experience in power projects as part of EPC team or Owner’s Engineer is a plus.


• Auxiliary power system design experience (thermal power generation, preferably gas-fired combined cycle, is a plus)


• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.


• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others..

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high‑quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology‑assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

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. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision


• Life & Accident Insurance


• Disability Coverage


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Back‑Up Daycare


• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)


• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account


• Merit Scholarship Program


• Employee Discount Program


• Corporate Charitable Giving Program


• Tuition Assistance


• First Professional Licensure Bonus


• Employee Referral Bonus

Work‑Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)


• Paid Vacation


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Parental Leave


• Paid Bereavement Leave


• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$84,762 - $129,498

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

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, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.