Lead EHV Engineer 2 - Grid

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Lead EHV Substation Engineer in Wilmington, DE. The role focuses on detailed electrical design and project execution for EHV substation projects up to 765kV. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in high-voltage substations, a BSEE degree, and a strong technical background. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience with a focus on high voltage substations, including design and coordination.
• 3+ years experience with 500kV and/or 765kV substation design.
• Ability to prepare substation grounding and battery calculations.

Responsibilities

• Work on detailed electrical design and project management for substations.
• Serve as a subject matter specialist in EHV substation design.
• Prepare or review technical reports and deliverables for clients.

Skills

Protection / control / telecommunications expertise

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Proficiency with MS Office applications

Knowledge of physical design techniques

Education

BSEE with power systems or controls emphasis

FE or PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Description

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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).
• Investigate, trouble‑shoot, and solve a wide variety of electrical engineering and design issues.
• 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.
• Gain career development through peer‑learning by sharing knowledge with other experienced engineers via S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”
• Travel to client sites as needed. Offer a hybrid work arrangement: three days in the office and two days remote.
• Receive a generous relocation package, depending on location.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience

• BSEE with a power systems or controls emphasis from an engineering program.
• 10+ years experience with a focus on protection / control / telecommunications for high voltage substations; including design, installation, and coordination.
• 3+ years of experience with 500kV and/or 765kV substation design.
• Knowledge of physical design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and 3D models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Valued but not required: Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, familiar with Bentley Substation, BlueBeam, AutoCAD E or SDS design software.
• Ability to prepare substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.
• Protection & controls experience.
• Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to physical substation design, including the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI - C2).
• FE or PE license.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

• 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.
• Direct automation and process‑improvement work, such as how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guide when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked.
• Oversee engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs (valued but not required).
• 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. We offer comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives.

• 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

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.

Location and Professional Information

City: Wilmington

State: DE

Country: United States

Area of Interest: Electrical Engineering

Type: Full Time - Regular

Job ID: 2026-23804

Business Group: Grid Group

Department: Substation Engineering