Experienced Electrical Engineering Consultant

Sargent & Lundy•Chicago, IL

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is a leading engineering and consulting firm in the power industry. We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join our Consulting group, focusing on electrical power projects. We are looking for detail-oriented individuals with experience in electrical engineering design for power projects. This role is crucial for the growth of our Consulting group, particularly in areas like gas generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage, and utility planning/advisory services. Our Consulting group serves clients globally. This position involves direct interaction with power plant developers, owners, lenders, and investors. The work environment within the Consulting group is fast-paced, dynamic, and engaging. In this role, you will be part of our owner's engineer engagements for utility-scale power generation projects developed by electric utilities and Independent Power Producer (IPP) clients.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
8+ years of experience in electrical engineering design of utility-scale power/storage projects
Excellent verbal/written communication skills
Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others

Nice To Haves

Experience in power projects as part of EPC team or Owner’s Engineer
Auxiliary power system design experience (thermal power generation, preferably gas-fired combined cycle, is a plus)
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Responsibilities

Preparing and/or reviewing EPC RFP packages and associated technical specifications
Evaluating EPC proposals to assist selection of preferred EPC contractors
Providing technical support during negotiations of EPC contract
Preparing or reviewing specifications such as main power transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment
Reviewing and providing technical commentary on EPC contractor’s electrical engineering design drawing packages and supporting calculations
Simple and combined cycle electrical system design packages
Renewable low-voltage (both DC and AC) systems
AC collection system for solar and batteries
Collector substation and interconnecting substation expansion
Gen-tie transmission