Lead Electrical Analytical Engineer 1

Sargent & Lundy; Westminster (CO); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Discount Program

Back-Up Daycare

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy offers a hybrid role in Westminster, CO for an experienced electrical engineer within the Electrical Analytical Division. You will support a range of power projects with detailed calculations and studies from both office and client sites.

The position requires a strong background in power systems, plus experience with ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV, and excellent communication skills. Travel to client sites may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with power/systems focus; Master’s/PhD preferred.
• 10+ years of electrical analysis experience.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV for power system analysis.
• Proficiency with MS Office and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform relay setting calculations.
• Conduct power system calculations.
• Perform arc flash calculations.
• Perform cable ampacity calculations.
• Conduct transient analysis.
• Perform harmonic analysis.
• Perform renewable energy calculations.
• Perform grounding and induction calculations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems analysis

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

EMTP-RV

MS Office

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

EMTP-RV

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.

Your work will have you perform the following 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

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

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

$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.

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.