Transmission and Distribution Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Charlotte, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position manages teams of engineers, designers, estimators, controls, and scheduling professionals working on the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing high-voltage substations. Assignments range from individual and large projects to major programs and large-scale engineering-only, Engineer Procure, and EPC projects. The role directs detailed electrical engineering design, coordinates with other project disciplines, and helps ensure work is high quality, on time, and within budget. It also involves client and account support, business development, independent technical and commercial reviews, and mentoring team members.

The role has a hybrid work arrangement: employees are expected to spend three days a week in the office and may work remotely for two days. A generous relocation package may be available depending on location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Sargent & Lundy emphasizes the appropriate use of technology to improve work and client outcomes. Employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools when relevant, while remaining accountable for their work and applying professional judgment and review.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree, preferably from an ABET-accredited program.
• Specific experience in project management of 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; determining design basis; 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 with cost allocation and control, estimating, proposal preparation, and risk assessment programs and techniques.
• Must not require U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience executing projects under multiple contract arrangements, including EPC, Owner’s Engineer, traditional, or joint venture arrangements.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Advanced management or business degree or certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Construction and start-up experience.
• Commissioning experience.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams of engineers, designers, estimators, controls, and scheduling professionals on high-voltage substation projects.
• Direct team leads in coordinating detailed design phases across 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 technical reports and studies that meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
• Review others’ calculations, drawings, reports, material and construction specifications, and procurement specifications.
• Communicate directly with clients, providing project and overall account support.
• Support business development opportunities with existing and potential clients.
• Independently review scopes of work, proposals, procurement specifications, and contract documents prepared by others.
• Develop and mentor team members.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• FSA and 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 employees 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: Senior