Senior Level Electrical Engineer

Sargent & Lundy•Clayton, MO

6d•$100,019 - $152,807•Hybrid

About The Position

Work in a project team 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 at existing plants to new installations. The role includes electrical power distribution design; preparation of equipment and installation-service specifications; coordination of system design; preparation and review of drawings, calculations, reports, and studies; vendor and client interaction; and independent review of other engineers’ work. The engineer also supports project delivery, mentors less experienced engineers, and may travel to client and vendor offices and plant sites for design reviews, construction coordination, and field verification. The posting describes a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week. It identifies the Clayton, Missouri office as the work base, while also stating that the position is based in Tampa, Florida and may require occasional travel. Sargent & Lundy’s Energy & Industrial Group delivers engineering solutions across power generation, environmental compliance, oil and gas, and industrial projects, including plant design, upgrades, renewable energy, energy storage, carbon capture, and hydrogen power.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
PE license or ability to earn a PE license.
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 of 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 using 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.
Must already have U.S. work authorization; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

An emphasis in power systems in the electrical engineering degree.
Construction and start-up experience.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

Design, modify, and analyze electrical systems as part of a project team for power and energy, industrial, and renewable solar PV projects.
Design power distribution systems and prepare specifications for procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services.
Assist a project manager or project lead to complete projects 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, and provide design input for 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 clear, concise reports and studies that meet client requirements and company formats.
Independently review calculations and drawings produced by others.
Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
Develop professionally through peer learning and the company’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.