Senior Electrical Engineer 1

Sargent & Lundy•Chicago, IL

2d•$84,762 - $129,498•Hybrid

About The Position

This position works in a project team environment with engineers and designers on the design, modification, and analysis of electrical systems for power and energy, industrial, and renewable energy solar PV projects. Projects range from retrofits of existing plants to new installations. The role includes power distribution design and preparing specifications to procure major electrical power equipment and related installation services. The position follows a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week, with occasional domestic and/or international travel.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE); a power systems emphasis is preferred.
A PE license is preferred, or the ability to earn a PE license is required.
At least 5 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 philosophies, 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 support or lead engineering role.
Experience reviewing other engineers’ design calculations and drawings.
U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Power systems emphasis in a BSEE program.
PE license.
Construction and start-up experience.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist project managers or project leads 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 S&L formats.
Independently review calculations and drawings completed by others.
Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
Develop professionally through peer learning and S&L’s processes and Communities of Practice.
Travel occasionally domestically and/or internationally.