Lead Electrical Analytical Engineer 1

Sargent & Lundy; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 118,023 - 180,313; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an Electrical Analyst to work in Chattanooga, TN. This hybrid position will involve performing critical electrical analysis and supporting various power projects such as substation and transmission line work.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and have over 10 years of relevant experience. Strong proficiency in analysis tools and excellent communication skills are essential for success.

Sargent & Lundy offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits that reflect a commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical analysis.
• Experience with power systems analysis tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform critical electrical analysis for power projects.
• Support substation and transmission line projects.
• Lead engineering problems from issue to solution.

Skills

Electrical analysis

Electrical Engineering

Software proficiency (ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, EMTP-RV)

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Scripting languages (Python, JavaScript)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

EMTP-RV

MS Office

Job description

WORK LOCATION: This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office and working remote from home.

The Electrical Analytical Division provides critical electrical analysis and consulting services supporting all S&L power projects. This highly specialized team of power systems engineers collaborates closely with project teams and clients, delivering detailed electrical calculations, advanced studies, and tailored solutions for substation, transmission line, conventional power, nuclear, and renewable energy projects.

Types of Studies

• Relay setting calculations
• Power system calculations
• Arc flash calculations
• Cable ampacity calculations
• Transient analysis
• Harmonic analysis
• Renewable energy calculations
• Grounding and induction calculations

There is the potential for you to travel to client offices and project sites to provide on-site consultation.

Qualifications

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

Essential Skills and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree. Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• 10 or more years of experience performing electrical analysis.
• Experience performing analysis of power systems using software such as: ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others.

Valued But Not Required Skills and Experience

• Strong working knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, etc.
• Successful completion of the Professional Engineering (PE) exam.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

• 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

• 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: $118,023 - $180,313

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.

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.