Lead EHV Electrical Engineer - Grid

Lead EHV Electrical Engineer 2 – Grid

Join Sargent & Lundy as a Lead EHV Electrical Engineer 2 – Grid.

• 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.
• Take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution for EHV substation projects up to 765 kV.
• Serve as a subject matter specialist in EHV substation physical design (500 kV and above).
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of electrical engineering and design issues.
• Prepare or review reports and support project deliverables that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner, including Facility Studies, General Arrangement, Equipment Plans and Sections, Foundation Plans, Grounding and Conduit Plans, Equipment Connection Details, Control Building Plans and Sections, and AC/DC system designs.
• Share knowledge with other experienced engineers through the company’s systems of process and Communities of Practice.
• Possibly travel to client sites as needed.

• BSEE with a power systems or controls emphasis from an ABET‑accredited engineering program.
• 10+ years of experience with a focus on protection / control / telecommunications for high voltage substations, including design, installation, and coordination.
• 3+ years experience with 500 kV and/or 765 kV substation design.
• Knowledge of physical design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and 3D models.
• Ability to relate various equipment to a technical design and apply engineering science and technology.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or Micro Station.
• Familiar with Bentley Substation, Blue Beam, AutoCAD E or SDS design software.
• Ability to prepare substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.
• Protection & controls experience.
• Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to physical substation design, including the National Electrical Safety Code.
• FE or PE license.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, allowing two days of remote work.

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

This position does not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S.

• 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

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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.

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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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