Senior Wiring Designer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy offers a hybrid/flexible work arrangement balancing on-site collaboration at the office with remote work from home. The role involves preparing detailed electrical design deliverables for high voltage substations and requires extensive experience with 138kV+ projects.

The team values mentorship, technical excellence, and the ability to translate vendor data into robust designs while collaborating with protection and control engineers.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in preparing and reviewing wiring diagrams for high voltage substations (138kV+).
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without CAD.
• Ability to multi-task across projects.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles for technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design deliverables from input from substation design and protection/control engineers, including single line diagrams and wiring diagrams.
• Produce AC & DC schematic diagrams, cable schedules, and equipment interconnection drawings.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to new designers.
• Incorporate vendor information into design deliverables.
• Conduct walkdowns at client substation facilities.

Skills

3D visualization

Multi-tasking

Technical design reasoning

Education

Associate's Degree in drafting or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

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

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.

Responsibilities

This position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with engineers and other designers involved in high voltage substation design. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, preparation of the following design deliverables based on input from substation design and protection and control engineers:

• Single Line Relaying & Metering Diagrams
• AC & DC Schematic Diagrams
• Equipment Interconnection Wiring Diagrams
• Cable Schedules

Other Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to new designers.
• Interpreting and incorporating vendor information into design deliverables.
• Conducting walkdowns at client substation facilities.

Qualifications

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

Essential Skills And Experience

• An Associate's Degree in drafting or equivalent technical experience.
• 10 or more years of experience in the preparation and review of wiring diagrams for high voltage substations (138kV and above).
• Advanced knowledge of computer drafting tools (i.e. AutoCAD or MicroStation).
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer.
• Ability to multi-task from project to project.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.

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, 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

$77,890 - $118,999

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‑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.