Lead EHV Engineer - Grid

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home. Our Grid business unit is seeking an experienced Lead EHV Substation Engineer.

• 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 765kV.
• Serve as a subject matter specialist in EHV substation physical design (500kV 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 to 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, and AC/DC system designs.
• Share knowledge with other experienced engineers through S&L’s systems of process and associated Communities of Practice.
• Travel to client sites as needed.

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

• BS Electrical Engineering with a power systems or controls emphasis.
• 10 or more years of experience focusing on protection, control, and telecommunications for high voltage substations, including design, installation, and coordination.
• 3 or more years of experience with 500kV and/or 765kV substation design.
• Knowledge of physical design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and 3‑D models.
• 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 reviewing design drawings created by others.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Micro Station.
• Familiarity 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 related to physical substation design, including the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI – C2).
• FE or PE license.

• Lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.
• Direct automation and process‑improvement work, such as automating calculations, summarizing technical documents, or generating design documentation.
• Oversee engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, reviewing automated outputs.
• Value additional learning in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enable effective oversight of automation and AI‑enabled engineering workflows.

Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off.

• 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

$134,546 - $205,557

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.