Lead Electrical Engineer - Energy & Industrial Group

-; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a lead engineer to join their dynamic project team, focusing on the design and analysis of electrical systems for diverse projects. This exciting role involves power distribution design, preparing specifications, and supporting project execution. With a hybrid work model, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while engaging in site inspections and design reviews. Join a forward-thinking company that values work-life balance and offers comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and tuition assistance, while contributing to impactful projects in the energy sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Paid time off

Work-life balance initiatives

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Bonuses

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in power plant or industrial design.
• Proficiency in electrical system calculations and equipment selection.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and coordinate design activities.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings and calculations.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and conduct site inspections.

Skills

BSEE degree (power systems preferred)

PE license or ability to obtain one

8+ years of relevant experience in power plant or industrial plant design

Electrical system calculations

Equipment selection

Instrumentation and controls knowledge

Project management

Construction/start-up experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Job description

Description

This position offers the opportunity to work as a lead engineer within a project team environment, focusing on the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for projects ranging from plant retrofits to new installations.

You will be involved in power distribution design, preparing specifications for procurement, and supporting project execution.

Responsibilities include assisting project managers, coordinating design activities, preparing and reviewing engineering drawings and calculations, interfacing with vendors, and developing reports and studies. The role also involves mentoring less experienced engineers and traveling for design reviews and site inspections.

This position is based on a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

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

Essential skills include a BSEE degree (power systems preferred), PE license or ability to obtain one, 8+ years of relevant experience in power plant or industrial plant design, and proficiency in electrical system calculations and equipment selection.

Valued skills include instrumentation and controls knowledge, project management, and construction/start-up experience.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, work-life balance initiatives, and award-winning benefits, including health plans, insurance, 401(k), tuition assistance, bonuses, and flexible work arrangements.

Compensation

Range: $109,410 - $168,770

About Our Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial sectors, with a strong focus on decarbonization and renewable energy projects.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.