Lead EHV Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 134,546 - 205,557; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Paid vacation

401(k)

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced Lead EHV Substation Engineer based in Chattanooga, TN. The role involves project management, detailed electrical design, and overseeing projects for substations at 765kV and above. Candidates should have a BS in Engineering, over 12 years of relevant experience, and a PE license. This hybrid position requires in-office work 3 days a week and offers a comprehensive benefits package including robust healthcare and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 12 or more years of experience designing substations at 138kV and above.
• PE license is required.
• Experience with vendor protective relay equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work in project teams on electrical design and project management.
• Prepare or review technical reports.
• Lead project conceptualization and execution for EHV substation projects.

Skills

Designing substations at 138kV and above

Strong communication skills

Project management

Knowledge of design codes and standards

Proficiency with engineering software (SKM, ETAP, etc.)

Education

Bachelor of Science Engineering degree

Tools

SKM

ETAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Our Grid business unit is seeking an experienced Lead EHV Substation Engineer.

Responsibilities

• 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 distribution and transmission substation projects.

• As a Lead EHV Substation Engineer, you will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution for EHV substation projects up to 765kV

• Serve as a subject matter specialist in EHV substation physical design (500kV and above).

• You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble‑shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering and design issues.

• As a Lead Substation Engineer, you will prepare or review reports and support project deliverables that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats. Typical deliverables include: Facility Studies, General Arrangement, Equipment Plans and Sections, Foundation Plans, Grounding and Conduit Plans, Equipment Connection Details, Control Building Plans and Sections, and AC/DC system designs.

• 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.
  This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in‑office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience

• This position requires a Bachelor of Science Engineering degree.

• 12 or more years experience designing substations at 138kV and above.

• PE license.

• Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.

• Experience in writing and providing support documentation for relay calculations.

• Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

• Proficiency with any of the following programs: SKM, ETAP, ASPEN, CDEGS, or vendor software.

• Familiarity with design codes and standards, such as NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI.

• Experience with various vendor protective relay equipment typically used in substation protection, including SEL, ABB, GE, Areva, and Basler.

• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Valued but not required skills and experience

• A BSEE degree is preferable.

• Prior experience is desirable to include in‑line, bus and equipment protection, breaker, transformer and similar equipment control, RTU and data concentrator based SCADA systems, telemetering and communications (fiber optics, microwave, power line carrier, etc.).

• AutoCAD or MicroStation experience.

• Construction and start‑up experience.

• Testing or commissioning experience.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools:

• You are expected to lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.

• Leaders in these roles often direct automation and process‑improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked.

• Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs, is valued but not required.

• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI‑enabled engineering workflows.

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. 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 Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Accident Insurance

• Disability Coverage

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Back‑Up Daycare

• FSA & HSA

• 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

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Bereavement Leave

• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$134,546 - $205,557

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.

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

City: Chattanooga

State: TN

Country: United States

Area of Interest: Electrical Engineering

Type: Full Time - Regular

Job ID: 2026-22286

Business Group: Grid Group

Department: Substation Engineering