Lead Substation Physical Engineer 1 -- Grid

Overview

Lead engineer designing and managing transmission and distribution substation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• client visits
• project planning
• report prep
• troubleshooting
• knowledge sharing

Tasks

-In addition, you may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed. -As a Lead Substation Physical Engineer, you will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution. -As a Lead Substation Physical Engineer, you will prepare reports and support project deliverables that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats. Typical deliverables include: Facility Studies, General Arrangement, Equipment Plans and Sections, Foundation Plans, Grounding and Conduit Plans, Equipment Connection Details, Control Building Plans and Sections. -You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering and design issues. -Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”

Requirements

• autocad
• microstation
• bentley
• bsee
• pe
• transmission

What You Bring

-Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others. -FSA & HSA -Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. -Transmission Line and protection & controls experience. -A BSEE degree from an ABET-accredited electrical engineering program. -FE or PE license. -Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints. -Knowledge of physical design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and 3D models. -Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation. -Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to physical substation design. This includes the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI - C2). -10 or more years experience in the physical layout and design of Transmission and Distribution Substations. -Familiar with Bentley Substation, BlueBeam, AutoCAD E or SDS design software. -Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design. -Proficiency with MS Office applications. -Ability to prepare substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.

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Benefits

-Life & Accident Insurance -Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision -Employee Discount Program -Paid Bereavement Leave -Merit Scholarship Program -Paid Holidays -Flexible Work Arrangements -Corporate Charitable Giving Program -Disability Coverage -Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST) -Paid Vacation -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -Back-Up Daycare -Tuition Assistance -This position offers you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of distribution and transmission substation projects. -Pre-Tax Commuter Account -Paid Parental Leave -First Professional Licensure Bonus -Employee Referral Bonus

About Sargent & Lundy

-The company specializes in providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors. -With a rich legacy, Sargent & Lundy has delivered high-impact projects for utilities, government entities, and large industrial clients. -Notable projects include power plants, renewable energy installations, and water treatment facilities. -The firm is recognized for its expertise in energy transition solutions, especially in nuclear, solar, and wind sectors. -Their global reach includes both large-scale infrastructure projects and localized service offerings tailored to specific industries. -Sargent & Lundy thrives on providing full-service capabilities, from design and planning to construction and operations. -The company’s engineering prowess is often highlighted by its deep involvement in complex energy systems and environmental solutions.

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Visa Sponsorship

-we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the u.s. for this position.