Sargent & Lundy

Senior Electrical Engineer

Sargent & Lundy$118K — $180K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • 10+ years in the electric power industry with experience in utility-scale thermal projects.
  • Experience in detailed design of medium voltage electrical systems for thermal power projects.
  • Proficiency in development support and conceptual design of thermal power projects.
  • Strong technical communication and writing skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide development support and conceptual design for electric power generation projects.
  • Perform technical evaluations and engineering design reviews of power generation facilities.
  • Support project economic analysis, cost analysis, and risk assessments.
  • Assist in contract development for power projects.
  • Travel domestically and internationally to support project needs.

Benefits

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • FSA & HSA options
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

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

In this role, you will provide development support, conceptual design and owner’s engineer services to clients including performing technical evaluations of electric power generation projects and facilities. You will also have the opportunity to support project economic and cost analysis, risk assessments, and contract development.

Your responsibilities will include engineering design reviews, technical due diligence, project development support, and conceptual design. Particular experience in electrical design of thermal power projects is desired.

You will have the opportunity to travel within the United States as well as internationally.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

  • Essential skills and experience:

    • This position requires a BS in electrical engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background.
    • 10 or more years of experience in the electric power industry, including experience in detailed design of medium voltage electrical systems of thermal power projects, specifically utility-scale:
      • Simple cycle gas turbines,
      • Combined cycle projects,
      • Coal fired generation, or
      • Reciprocating engines (RICE)
    • Experience in development support and conceptual design of thermal power projects
    • Excellent technical communication and writing skills are required.

  • Valued but not required skills and experience:

    • Experience in technical due diligence and owner’s engineering design reviews of thermal power projects is a plus.
    • General understanding of power station operations and performance reviews is a plus.
    • General understanding of process design at electric power generation facilities is a plus.
    • Economic, cost analysis, and contract development experience is a plus.
    • A familiarity with international design codes and standards is preferred.
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.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance
  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & 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 (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range$118,023 - $180,313 Transparency StatementSargent & 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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2,000 employees
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Founded
1891

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