Sargent & Lundy

Experienced Electrical Engineering Consultant

Sargent & Lundy • $84K — $129K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in utility-scale power/storage projects
  • Experience in EPC team or Owner's Engineer roles is a plus
  • Auxiliary power system design experience preferred, especially in gas-fired combined cycles
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to guide others

Responsibilities

  • Support Sargent & Lundy Consulting group with growth in gas generation and renewable energy sectors
  • Engage face-to-face with developers, lenders, and investors on consulting projects
  • Prepare and review EPC RFP packages and technical specifications
  • Evaluate EPC proposals for contractor selection
  • Provide technical support during EPC contract negotiations
  • Review contractor's electrical engineering design and calculations
  • Analyze designs for various power and renewable energy systems

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S.
  • Commitment to professional training and development
  • Potential participation in a yearly discretionary bonus
  • Focus on technology and innovation in work processes
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

This is a remote/virtual position. Candidate can be based anywhere within the United States.

This position is being added to support the continued growth of the Sargent & Lundy Consulting group, particularly in the gas generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage, and utility planning / advisory practice areas. Our Consulting group works with clients across the United States and in numerous other countries.

This position will require face-to-face interaction with power plant developers and owners, as well as lenders and investors, during the execution of consulting services work for the firm. The work environment in our Consulting group is fast-paced, dynamic, and interesting.

This position in Sargent & Lundy's Consulting group will require you participate in our owner's engineer engagements for utility-scale power generation projects developed by our electric utilities and Independent Power Producer (IPP) clients. Common tasks include:
  • Preparing and/or reviewing EPC RFP packages and associated technical specifications
  • Evaluating EPC proposals to assist selection of preferred EPC contractors
  • Providing technical support during negotiations of EPC contract
  • Preparing or reviewing specifications such as main power transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment
  • Reviewing and providing technical commentary on EPC contractor's electrical engineering design drawing packages and supporting calculations:
    • Simple and combined cycle electrical system design packages
    • Renewable low-voltage (both DC and AC) systems
    • AC collection system for solar and batteries
    • Collector substation and interconnecting substation expansion
    • Gen-tie transmission


Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering design of utility-scale power/storage projects
  • Experience in power projects as part of EPC team or Owner's Engineer is a plus.
  • Auxiliary power system design experience (thermal power generation, preferably gas-fired combined cycle, is a plus)
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
  • Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others..


Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.

We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.

Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Compensation Range

$84,762 - $129,498

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
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