Substation Engineer Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Knoxville, TN

6d•$145,310 - $222,001•Hybrid

About The Position

The Substation Engineer Consultant 2 will manage project teams of engineers, designers, estimators, controls, and scheduling professionals working on the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing high-voltage substations. The role supports projects ranging from individual and large-scale engineering assignments to major programs and Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) projects. It includes directing detailed electrical engineering design, coordinating with other disciplines and stakeholders, and ensuring projects meet quality, schedule, budget, client, and applicable standards requirements. The position also involves client and account support, business development, technical reviews, proposal and scope development, and mentoring team members. The work arrangement is hybrid, with three days a week in the future Knoxville office and two remote days. Relocation assistance may be available depending on location. The company does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
Specific project management experience in utility transmission, substation, or energy projects.
Knowledge of engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and ANSI.
At least 10 years of experience in design engineering and/or management of high-voltage utility-type projects.
Experience preparing, overseeing, or managing scopes of work; developing conceptual layouts and design bases; selecting equipment and materials; and preparing and assembling calculations and specifications.
Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support, engineering, or management role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience writing proposals.
Experience in cost allocation and control, estimating, proposal preparation, and risk assessment programs and techniques.

Nice To Haves

Experience executing projects under multiple contract arrangements, including EPC, Owner’s Engineer, traditional, or joint venture arrangements.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
Advanced management or business degree or certification.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Construction and start-up experience.
Commissioning 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

Manage project teams of engineers, designers, estimators, controls, and scheduling professionals involved in high-voltage substation design, modification, and analysis.
Support individual projects, large projects, major programs, engineering-only projects, Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) projects, and other large-scale assignments.
Direct team leads in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of electrical engineering work.
Coordinate and manage work performed by other project stakeholders, including civil, structural, and transmission-line teams.
Lead efforts to complete projects with high quality, on time, and within budget.
Identify and track potential out-of-scope work, develop scope changes, and coordinate client approval.
Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operation comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
Collaborate with staff locally and nationwide.
Prepare clear, concise reports and studies that meet client requirements and company formats.
Review others’ calculations, drawings, reports, material and construction specifications, and procurement specifications.
Communicate directly with clients to provide project and account support.
Support business development opportunities with existing and prospective clients.
Independently review scopes of work, proposals, procurement specifications, and contract documents prepared by others.
Develop and mentor team members.