Substation Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Chattanooga, TN

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Substation Engineer 2 works on a project team with engineers and designers to perform detailed electrical design and project management for high-voltage substation projects. The role participates in project conceptualization, work planning, and execution; investigates and resolves a range of electrical engineering issues; and prepares clear, concise reports that meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats. Engineers develop their expertise through peer learning and the company’s processes and Communities of Practice. Travel to client sites may be required. The position follows a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week.

Sargent & Lundy encourages appropriate use of technology, including data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools, where relevant to the role. Employees are accountable for their work and are expected to apply professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. The company does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree; strong preference for Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Chemical Engineering, and/or relevant coursework including coding, 3D modeling/design, and experience using agentic AI.
• At least 1 year of experience in the power or electric utility industry.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects within budget and schedule constraints.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• At least 1 year of experience designing substations rated 138 kV and above.
• Familiarity with designing or developing AI applications and/or agents.
• Ability to prepare substation grounding, direct-stroke shielding, and battery and charger sizing calculations.
• Physical layout and protection and controls experience.
• Ability to work with a designer to develop substation single-line diagrams, relaying and metering diagrams, DC schematic diagrams, substation plans and sections, and grounding plans.
• Familiarity with ANSI, IEEE, and NEMA standards related to substation design, including the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI C2).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• AutoCAD experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project conceptualization, work planning, and execution.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve a variety of electrical engineering issues.
• Prepare clear and concise technical and project reports that meet client requirements and company formats.
• Develop professionally through peer learning and sharing knowledge with experienced engineers.
• Travel to client sites as needed.
• Use relevant technology-assisted tools appropriately and apply professional judgment and review.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life and accident insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-up daycare
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (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
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level