Substation Engineer Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Substation Engineer Consultant for a hybrid role in Knoxville. You will lead engineering teams on HV substations, coordinate with multi-disciplinary staff, and ensure delivery within scope, time, and budget for large projects.

The role emphasizes project management, client interaction, and business development support, with relocation potential based on location. Strong communication and technical leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
• Experience managing utility transmission, substation, or energy projects.
• Knowledge of NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEC, IEEE, ANSI standards.
• 10+ years in design engineering or management of HV utility projects.
• Experience with EPC, Owners Engineer, or JV contract structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project teams including engineers, designers, estimators, controls and schedulers.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and transmission staff to ensure integrate design work.
• Ensure projects meet quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Identify out-of-scope work, develop scope changes, and obtain client approvals.
• Prepare reports and studies that clearly present technical information.
• Review calculations, drawings, reports, specs, and procurement documents.
• Interface with clients for project and account support.
• Support business development with existing and potential clients.
• Mentor team members and contribute to staff development.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering standards

Client liaison

Cost estimation

Proposal writing

Technical reporting

Education

B.S. in Engineering

ABET-accredited EE program

Job description

Responsibilities

This role will offer a hybrid work arrangement from our future Knoxville office. The expectation will be to spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

This position will offer you the opportunity to manage project team(s) consisting of engineers, designers, estimators, controls and scheduling professionals involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing high voltage substations. As a Substation Engineer Consultant, you will:

• Support challenging assignments from individual projects, large projects, major programs, to large scale engineering only, Engineer Procure and EPC projects.
• Direct the team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work.
• Coordinate and manage work performed by other stakeholder on the project such as civil, structural, and transmission lines.
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed with high quality, on time performance, and within budget.
• Identify and track potential out of scope work, develop and provide scope changes, and coordinate with the client for approval.
• Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Collaborate with staff both locally and nationwide.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner, and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
• Perform reviews of work performed by others including but not limited to calculations, drawings, reports, material and construction specifications, procurement specifications.
• Communicating directly with clients, providing both project support and overall account support.
• Support the company in business development opportunities with existing and potential clients.
• Perform and provide independent reviews of work performed by others, including scopes of work, proposals, procurement specifications, and contract documents.
• Develop and mentor team members.

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 Engineering degree.
• Specific experience in Project Management of Utility Transmission, Substation or Energy Projects.
• Knowledge of engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEC, IEEE and ANSI.
• 10 or more years of experience in the design engineering and/or management of high voltage utility type projects. Experience should include preparation, oversite or management of scopes of work, development of conceptual layouts, determination of design basis, the selection of equipment and materials, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications.
• Experience in execution of projects in multiple contract arrangements including EPC, Owners Engineer, Traditional or Joint Ventures a plus.
• Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support, engineer or management role.
• Excellent written and verbal communications a must. Experience in writing proposals.
• Experience in cost allocation and control, estimating, proposal preparation, risk assessment programs and techniques.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• A Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering degree is preferrable.
• A degree from an ABET accredited engineering program.
• An advanced management/business degree or certification is preferred.
• PE license.
• PMP Certification.
• Construction and start-up experience a plus.
• Commissioning experience a plus.

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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-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

$145,310.00 - $222,001.00

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.