Substation Engineer 3 - Grid

WORK LOCATION

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week at the Sargent & Lundy office in Peachtree Corners, GA.

About the role

You will work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the detailed electrical design and project management of high voltage substation projects. You will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution. You will support challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues. You will prepare reports that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats. You will 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.” You may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Engineering degree
• 3 or more years of experience in the design of Medium Voltage Power Systems
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints
• Experience tracking project information such as: schedules and expenditures against budgets, preparing status reports and client interface
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others
• Proficiency with MS Office applications

Essential Skills and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering degree preferred
• ABET accredited engineering program degree preferred
• 1 or more years of experience designing substations at 138kV and above
• Experience in preparing substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.
• Physical layout and protection & controls experience
• Ability to develop substation single line diagrams, relaying & metering diagrams, DC schematic diagrams, substation plan & sections, grounding plans, etc.
• Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to substation design, including the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI - C2)
• PE license
• AutoCAD experience

Valued but not required skills and experience

• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation valued but not required
• Additional learning in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems

Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-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 $74,353 - $113,595 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.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.