Lead Electrical Engineer 2

Join to apply for the Lead Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid role at Sargent & Lundy1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Lead Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid role at Sargent & LundyThis position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of protective relaying and controls systems for HV and EHV substations. As a Project Lead of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of substation modifications and upgrades to support client requirements and reviews including creating calculations, document designs, and specifications.You will be responsible for preparing relaying philosophies, including selecting relay, control, and communications equipment, developing SCADA and telecommunication concepts and configurations, and overseeing the preparation of I/O assignments and connection diagrams.As a Project Lead Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding junior and senior-level engineers and designers in protection and controls engineering design efforts, including providing guidance with the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of the engineering work.You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering issues.You will perform analysis and design of single line diagrams, substation relaying & metering diagrams (i.e. A.C. schematic diagrams), and D.C. Schematic diagrams.Prepare engineering studies for client and peer review.Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation.Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.Perform reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of Sargent & Lundy’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers.There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.ResponsibilitiesThis position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of protective relaying and controls systems for HV and EHV substations. As a Project Lead of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of substation modifications and upgrades to support client requirements and reviews including creating calculations, document designs, and specifications.You will be responsible for preparing relaying philosophies, including selecting relay, control, and communications equipment, developing SCADA and telecommunication concepts and configurations, and overseeing the preparation of I/O assignments and connection diagrams.As a Project Lead Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding junior and senior-level engineers and designers in protection and controls engineering design efforts, including providing guidance with the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of the engineering work.You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering issues.You will perform analysis and design of single line diagrams, substation relaying & metering diagrams (i.e. A.C. schematic diagrams), and D.C. Schematic diagrams.Prepare engineering studies for client and peer review.Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation.Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.Perform reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of Sargent & Lundy’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers.There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.QualificationsWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.Essential Skills And ExperienceThis position requires a BSEE with a power systems or controls emphasis from an ABET-accredited engineering program.12 or more years experience with a focus on protection / control / telecommunications for high voltage substations; including design, installation, and coordination.PE license.Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.Experience in writing and providing support documentation for relay calculations.Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.Proficiency with any of the following programs: SKM, ETAP, ASPEN, CDEGS, or vendor software.Familiarity with design codes and standards, such as NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI.Experience with various vendor protective relay equipment typically used in substation protection, including SEL, ABB, GE, Areva, and Basler.Proficiency with MS Office applications.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Valued But Not Required Skills And ExperiencePrior experience is desirable to include in-line, bus and equipment protection, breaker, transformer and similar equipment control, RTU and data concentrator based SCADA systems, telemetering and communications (fiber optics, microwave, power line carrier, etc.).AutoCAD or MicroStation experience.Construction and start-up experience.Testing or commissioning experience.Award-Winning BenefitsAt 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 BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Accident InsuranceDisability CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Back-Up DaycareFSA & HSA401(k)Pre-Tax Commuter AccountMerit Scholarship ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramCorporate Charitable Giving ProgramTuition AssistanceFirst Professional Licensure BonusEmployee Referral BonusPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work ArrangementsCompensation Range$131,960.00 - $205,330.00Transparency StatementSargent & 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.Awards & Recognition Equal OpportunitySargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. 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