Substation Physical Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; United States; On-site; USD 96,432 - 146,025; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

EAP

Back-Up Daycare

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced Lead Substation Physical Engineer to join the Electric Grid Infrastructure Services team in the United States. This role involves leading physical design in distribution and transmission substations, participating in project conceptualization and planning, and delivering clear reports and drawings to meet client requirements.

The position includes opportunities for travel to client sites, collaboration with engineers and designers, and the chance to

Qualifications

• BSEE degree from ABET-accredited electrical engineering program.
• 10+ years in physical layout and design of Transmission and Distribution Substations.
• Knowledge of design techniques for production of plans and 3D models.
• Ability to relate equipment to technical design and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead substation physical engineering tasks in distribution and transmission projects.
• Plan, conceptualize, and execute project work in a team environment.
• Prepare reports and deliverables per client requirements and S&L formats.
• Travel to client sites as needed.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

ABET-accredited BSEE

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

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

Due to continued growth, our Electric Grid Infrastructure Services business unit is seeking an experienced Lead Substation Physical Engineer.

Responsibilities

• This position offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of distribution and transmission substation projects.
• As a Lead Substation Physical Engineer, you will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
• You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering and design issues.
• As a Lead Substation Physical Engineer, you will prepare reports and support project deliverables that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats. Typical deliverables include: Facility Studies, General Arrangement, Equipment Plans and Sections, Foundation Plans, Grounding and Conduit Plans, Equipment Connection Details, Control Building Plans and Sections.
• Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated "Communities of Practice".
• In addition, you may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

Essential Skills And Experience

• A BSEE degree from an ABET-accredited electrical engineering program.
• 10 or more years experience in the physical layout and design of Transmission and Distribution Substations.
• Knowledge of physical design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and 3D models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Familiar with Bentley Substation, BlueBeam, AutoCAD E or SDS design software.
• Ability to prepare substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.
• Transmission Line and protection & controls experience.
• Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to physical substation design. This includes the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI - C2).
• FE or PE license.

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.

• 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

$70.00 - $106.00

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.