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Lead Electrical Engineer

1 month ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Sargent & Lundy Full time
Job Summary

This is a challenging opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead a team in the design and implementation of high-voltage substation protection systems. The successful candidate will have a strong background in power systems and controls, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of engineers and designers in the design and implementation of high-voltage substation protection systems
  • Develop and implement protection philosophies, including relay selection, control, and communications equipment
  • Oversee the preparation of I/O assignments and connection diagrams
  • Guide junior and senior-level engineers and designers in protection and controls engineering design efforts
  • Perform analysis and design of single line diagrams, substation relaying & metering 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
Requirements
  • BSEE with a power systems or controls emphasis from an ABET-accredited engineering program
  • 10 or more years of experience with a focus on 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
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience with 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
About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is a leading engineering and design firm with a strong commitment to employee satisfaction and well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and accident insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program. We also offer a 401(k) plan, 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, paid vacation, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid bereavement leave.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We are proud to have been recognized as a Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award winner for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.