Lead EHV Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid

Lead Ehv Substation Engineer

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. Responsibilities include: working 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; taking an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution for EHV substation projects up to 765kV; serving as a subject matter specialist in EHV substation physical design (500kV and above); investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering and design issues; preparing or reviewing reports and supporting project deliverables that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats; developing 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"; and in addition, you may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications include: a BSEE with a power systems or controls emphasis from an ABET-accredited engineering program; 10 or more years experience with a focus on protection / control / 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 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; and proficiency with MS Office applications.

Valued but not required skills and experience include: 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.; protection & controls experience; familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to physical substation design; and FE or PE license.

Compensation Range: $131,960.00 – $205,330.00

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.