Substation Engineer 3 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Richmond, VA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Work in a project team environment with engineers and designers on the detailed electrical design and project management of high-voltage substation projects. The role includes participating in project conceptualization, work planning, and execution; investigating and resolving electrical engineering issues; preparing clear, concise technical and project reports that meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats; and developing professionally through peer learning and the company’s Communities of Practice. Travel to client sites may be required. The position follows a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days remote. A relocation package may be available depending on location. The position does not offer U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience designing medium-voltage power systems.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects within budget and time constraints.
• Experience tracking project schedules and expenditures against budgets, preparing status reports, and interfacing with clients.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
• Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• At least 1 year of experience designing substations at 138 kV and above.
• 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.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of electrical engineering issues.
• Prepare clear and concise technical and project reports that meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
• Develop professionally through peer learning and knowledge sharing with experienced engineers.
• Travel to client sites as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 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.
• Eligible positions may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
• Relocation package may be available depending on location.

What This Job Offers

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