Lead Electrical Analytical Design Engineer - Sargent & Lundy

Description

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

• This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Electrical Power Systems and Protection Analysis
• In providing technical analytical support for project teams, you will be involved in the design of new power plants, modifications to existing power generation facilities, plant electrical systems betterment, and transmission line/distribution system protection systems, as well as, microgrid/smart grid applications
• Your work will have you perform the following types of studies:
  • Load flow and short circuit
  • Power flow
  • System stability
  • Transient over-voltage
  • System impact
• Your other duties shall include preparing conceptual designs for the following:
  • Grounding systems
  • Generating station electrical auxiliary power systems
  • Protective relaying
  • Cable ampacity
  • Cathodic and lighting protection
• Additional activities include electricity market studies and generation planning expansion with expected load growth scenarios
• There is the potential for you to travel to client offices to provide on-site consultation

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• This position requires an MSEE (PhD preferred) with a strong academic background and coursework emphasis in Power Systems Analysis
• 10 or more years of related engineering experience
• An understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training
• Internship or work experience in performing power analysis, preferably within the power industry
• Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as: PSS/E, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Award Winning Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range

$162,00 - $193,000

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 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

Awards & Recognition