Substation Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 60,660 - 87,090; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Substation Engineer in Chattanooga, TN. This position involves designing high voltage substations and requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, with three days in-office flexibility. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office. The compensation range is $60,660 - $87,090, along with award-winning employee benefits and a generous relocation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering.
• Understanding of electrical engineering principles and design techniques.
• Knowledge of technical plans, blueprints, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design high voltage and extra-high voltage substations.
• Prepare specifications for electrical equipment procurement.
• Travel for design reviews and construction coordination.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

3D Modeling/Design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Description

As a Substation Engineer, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in engineering.

• You will work on project teams with other engineers involved in the design of new high voltage and extra‑high voltage substations and transmission systems.
• You will be involved in power transmission designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services.
• There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

  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 Bachelor of Science degree with strong preference in an Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace or Chemical Engineering degree, and/or coursework including Coding, 3D Modeling/Design, and experience using agentic AI.
• An understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models with the ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Valued but not required skills and experience

• BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent degree from an ABET accredited engineering program.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
• Familiarity in designing or developing AI applications and/or agents.
• Related engineering internship or co‑op work experience.
• Familiarity in designing or developing AI applications and/or agents.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools:

• You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.
• Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Award‑Winning Benefits

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

$60,660.00 - $87,090.00

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.

City: Chattanooga

State: TN

Country: United States

Area of Interest: Electrical Engineering

Type: Full Time - Regular

Job ID: 2026-23666

Business Group: Grid Group

Department: Substation Engineering