Senior Power Engineering Consultant

Job Title

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work three days per week. Sargent & Lundy Consulting (SLC) works on behalf of clients to support electric power projects. We evaluate and optimize technical, commercial, environmental, and financial aspects of the projects for a variety of clients. In this role, you will provide development support, conceptual design, and owner's engineer services to clients including performing technical evaluations of electric power generation projects and facilities. You will also have the opportunity to support project economic and cost analysis, risk assessments, and contract development. Your responsibilities will include engineering design reviews, technical due diligence, project development support, and conceptual design. Particular experience in mechanical design of thermal power projects is desired. You will have the opportunity to travel within the United States as well as internationally. We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• This position requires a BS in mechanical or chemical engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background.
• 10 or more years of experience in the electric power industry, including experience in detailed design of the mechanical systems of thermal power projects, specifically utility-scale simple and combined-cycle projects reciprocating engine (RICE) projects, and/or coal-fired generation.
• Experience in development support and conceptual design of these types of thermal power projects.
• Excellent technical communication and writing skills are required.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Experience in technical due diligence and owner's engineering design reviews of thermal power projects is a plus.
• General understanding of power station operations and performance reviews is a plus.
• General understanding of process design at electric power generation facilities is a plus.
• Economic, cost analysis, and contract development experience is a plus.
• A familiarity with international design codes and standards is preferred.

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. 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 & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-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 $131,960.00 - $205,330.00 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.

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

Area of Interest: Consulting

Type: Full Time - Regular

Job ID: 2025-19472

Business Group: Consulting Group

Department: Mechanical Engineering