Lead Distribution Designer - Hybrid (4–38 kV, AutoCAD)

Sargent Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior electrical distribution engineer in the Chicago area for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work. You will lead a project team and apply design practices to distribution projects, including overhead and underground facilities from 4 kV through 38 kV.

The role emphasizes preparing construction sketches, work packages, and cost estimates while coordinating with clients and supporting scoping, fieldwork, and asset recapitalization as

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a design-related field or a 4-year non-engineering degree.
• 6+ years of experience in electric utility distribution or related to review work by others.
• Knowledgeable in distribution design methods and their applications.
• Knowledgeable in codes, standards, and distribution software including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, PoleForeman.
• Familiarity with design codes like NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.
• Experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects (120/208V through 38kV).
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead a project team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/Review construction sketches and work packages for distribution facilities (4 kV through 38 kV).
• Lead project team and collaborate with engineers and designers.
• Support preliminary project scoping and field work when necessary.
• Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
• Plan modifications to the system and oversee complex tasks.
• Provide construction support when necessary.
• Conduct client communication and interaction when needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Project leadership

Leadership

Education

Associate's degree or 4-year degree

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

PoleForeman

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior electrical distribution engineer in the Chicago area for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work. You will lead a project team and apply design practices to distribution projects, including overhead and underground facilities from 4 kV through 38 kV.

The role emphasizes preparing construction sketches, work packages, and cost estimates while coordinating with clients and supporting scoping, fieldwork, and asset recapitalization as