Sargent & Lundy

Senior Energy Consultant -- Renewable Engineering Experience

Sargent & Lundy$131K — $205K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering; other engineering disciplines may be considered.
  • 12+ years of experience in the power industry.
  • Expertise in design of utility-scale solar, wind, or battery energy storage projects.
  • Experience in independent engineering and due diligence for power projects.
  • Strong communication skills with proven technical report writing capability.
  • Familiarity with project finance and financial modeling is a plus.
  • Demonstrated project planning and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical consulting and advisory services for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
  • Conduct independent engineering and due diligence evaluations for lenders and investors.
  • Perform technical, economic, and market studies for utilities and research organizations.
  • Engage in planning studies and business case development for various energy stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with project developers and financial entities to execute consulting work.

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility, allowing candidates to be based anywhere in the U.S.
  • Access to innovative technology solutions and AI applications to enhance workflow.
  • Opportunity to engage in a dynamic work environment with a focus on renewable energy.
  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting overall employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

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

This position in Sargent & Lundy's Consulting group will require you to work on our project teams that provide a wide variety of services, such as the following:
  • Technical consulting and advisory services to power project developers to support new utility-scale solar, wind, gas, battery energy storage, and other projects;
  • Independent engineering and due diligence services for lenders and investors to evaluate the financing of new power and infrastructure projects;
  • Technical, economic, and market studies for grid operators, utilities, and research agencies; and
  • Planning studies and business case development for utilities, independent power producers, and government agencies.

This position is being added to support the continued growth of the Sargent & Lundy Consulting group, particularly in the 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 a great deal of 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.

Qualifications

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

This position requires someone who has a Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering (other engineering disciplines may be considered). A Master's degree in an engineering discipline or business (e.g., MBA) is a plus.

In order to qualify, it is important that you have 12 or more years of experience in the power industry, including one or more of the following:
  • Design of utility-scale solar, wind, and/or battery energy storage projects;
  • Independent engineering and due diligence services for power projects;
  • Power project development;
  • Solar, wind, and/or battery energy storage construction management;
  • Experience in project finance or financial modeling of power projects is a plus;
  • Experience with owner's engineering activities during power project execution is a plus.

Also, extremely important are:
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
  • Experience writing technical reports and proposals.
  • Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others.
  • Project planning and leadership skills.


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

$131,960.00 - $205,330.00

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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