Senior Distribution Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks a seasoned electrical engineer to lead distribution design for electric utility projects. You will prepare sketches, review details, and collaborate with project teams across upstream and midstream facilities.

This role requires strong communication and leadership to drive design reviews and client interactions. Hybrid work arrangement with three in-office days and two remote days, plus a relocation package depending on location.

Qualifications

• Requires ABET-accredited engineering degree.
• 5+ years of experience with electric utility distribution or related to review work.
• Knowledgeable in distribution design methods and their application.
• Familiar with codes/standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.
• Experience with overhead and underground distribution projects (120/208V through 34 kV).
• PLS CADD experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/Review construction sketches and details for distribution systems (4 kV through 34 kV).
• Work on project teams with engineers designing upstream and midstream facilities.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis and Design Reviews.
• Collaborate with client representatives on distribution design questions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Team leadership

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

PoleForeman

PLS CADD

GIS software

Job description

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

This Position Will Offer You The Opportunity To Work In a Project Team Environment And Lead Other Engineers And Designers Using Your Knowledge Of Engineering And Design Practices To

• Prepare/Review construction sketches and details for:
  • Overhead and underground network services (4 kV through 34 kV)
  • Structural analyses
  • Short circuit and voltage drop calculations
  • Bill of Material
  • Cost Estimates
  • Traffic control plans and/or permit drawings
• Work on project teams with other engineers involved in the design of new upstream and midstream oil and gas facilities.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis and Design Reviews.
• Work directly with the client representative to ask and answer questions related to the distribution design.
• Analyze, design or review priority feeds.
• Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
• Plan modifications to the system as well as designing and overseeing complex tasks.
• Develop work packages and provide construction support, when necessary.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
• Develop your career via peer-learning by way of S&L's systems of process and associated "Communities of Practice."

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

Qualifications

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

Essential Skills And Experience

• This position requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• 5 or more years of experience with electric utility distribution or relevant experience to be able to review work by others.
• Knowledgeable in physical distribution design methods and their application.
• Knowledgeable in applicable codes, standards, and distribution software programs including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, PoleForeman, etc.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.
• Experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects (120/208V through 34 kV).
• PLS CADD experience, highly preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Able to lead a project team.

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Professional Engineering Registration or able to obtain a PE within 5 years.
• Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction.
• Familiarity with various distribution design/analysis software.
• Familiarity with GIS software.

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

$84,762 - $129,498

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.