Lead Electrical Engineer

Sargent & Lundy•Chicago, IL

6d•$118,023 - $180,313•Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as a lead engineer on project teams designing, modifying, and analyzing electrical systems for projects ranging from existing plant retrofits to new generation installations. The role includes power distribution design and preparing specifications to procure major electrical power equipment and related installation services. The engineer supports project delivery, coordinates systems design, produces and reviews engineering drawings and calculations, works with vendors and clients, and reviews other engineers’ work. The role also provides guidance to less experienced engineers and includes travel to client and vendor offices and plant sites for design reviews, construction coordination, and field verification. The position follows a hybrid work schedule with in-office work three days per week. Sargent & Lundy’s Energy & Industrial Group provides engineering solutions for power generation, environmental compliance, oil and gas, and industrial projects. Its work includes new plant design, plant betterment and upgrades, renewable energy, energy storage, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. The stated compensation range is $118,023–$180,313. Eligible positions include a base salary or hourly rate and benefits, and individuals may also be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor employees for U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
PE license is highly preferred, or ability to earn a PE license is required.
At least 8 years of experience in power plant or industrial plant design, focused on integrated, detailed system design for new facilities or modifications or replacements for existing facilities.
Experience selecting equipment and materials, developing control philosophy, and preparing and assembling calculations and specifications.
Experience with electrical system design, including medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, transformers, generators, motors, communication systems, equipment selection, and analytical calculations.
Experience performing calculations in ETAP and/or SKM.
Technical knowledge of available electrical power distribution equipment.
Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a lead engineering role.
Experience reviewing other engineers’ design calculations and drawings.
Ability to work in the office three days per week under the hybrid schedule.
U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Nice To Haves

Emphasis in power systems in the BSEE program.
Technical knowledge and experience with instrumentation and controls engineering.
Project management and business development experience.
Construction and start-up experience.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

Lead engineering work in a project team environment involving the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for plant retrofits and new generation installations.
Design power distribution systems and prepare specifications for procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services.
Assist the project manager in ensuring projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installations and operations comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
Prepare and review functional design drawings, including single-line, relay and metering, cable block, and schematic diagrams; prepare design input documentation for other drawing production and 3-D modeling.
Prepare and review detailed calculations, including auxiliary power system studies, voltage drop, protective relay settings, and arc flash calculations.
Interface with vendors to prepare bills of material and equipment purchase specifications and provide recommendations to clients.
Prepare reports and studies that communicate technical information clearly and concisely and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawings.
Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
Develop professionally through peer learning and Sargent & Lundy’s processes and Communities of Practice.
Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant sites for construction coordination and field verification of designs.