Substation Engineer 3 - Grid
About The Position
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule, with in-office work three days per week at Sargent & Lundy’s Peachtree Corners, Georgia office. The Substation Engineer works on project teams with engineers and designers to complete detailed electrical design and project management for high-voltage substation projects. The role includes participating in project conceptualization, planning, and execution; investigating and resolving electrical engineering issues; and preparing clear, concise technical and project reports that meet client requirements and company formats. Employees can develop their expertise through peer learning and Sargent & Lundy’s Communities of Practice. Travel to client sites may be required. The company does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
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 is preferred.
- 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 designers 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 relevant to substation design, including the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI C2).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- AutoCAD experience.
- Experience or interest in AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies, where relevant to the role.
Responsibilities
- Participate in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve a variety of electrical engineering issues.
- Prepare clear and concise technical and project reports that meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
- Share knowledge and develop professionally through peer learning and the company’s Communities of Practice.
- Travel to client sites as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life and accident insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
