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Senior Physical Designer 1-- Energy & Industrial Group
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Englewood, CO, 80012
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Description
- This position will offer you the opportunity to work and lead others in a project team environment in the design, modification, and/or upgrade of new and existing power plant electrical systems.
- Under the direction of the Electrical Project Lead, you will work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in the development of the following:
* Cable schedules
* Grounding Layout
* Conduit routing
* Conduct and junction box support design
* Electrical equipment locating/mounting
- You will produce electrical physical drawings, and review and incorporate vendor drawings into the overall project design.
- There will be opportunities to accompany and assist in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience.
- 10 or more years of detailed physical design experience in the development of grounding layouts, underground duct bank and embedded conduit drawings, cable tray and exposed conduit layouts, and electrical equipment location drawings.
- Experience in the review of electrical physical layout drawings involving electrical equipment outlines and interface points.
- Assist engineers with initial design requirements.
- Produce physical construction layout drawings.
- Extensive Microstation and/or AutoCAD design experience on power plants or large facility projects.
- A thorough understanding of drafting and design practices and theories.
- The ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.
Award-Winning 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 & 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
$74,750.00 - $115,120.00Transparency 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 This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Mastery in electrical physical layout drawings is crucial for a Senior Physical Designer, especially in complex environments like power plants. This expertise enables precise grounding layouts and equipment placement, ensuring safety and efficiency in large-scale energy projects.
This senior role demands deep knowledge of cable schedules, conduit routing, and electrical equipment layout, combined with proficiency in MicroStation or AutoCAD. Unlike general designers, it requires leading multi-disciplinary teams on energy-focused projects, reflecting advanced technical and leadership capabilities.
Progression often leads to project leadership or engineering management roles within energy and industrial groups. Senior Physical Designers gain unique insights into power plant systems, positioning themselves for strategic roles in design innovation or energy infrastructure planning.
Certifications like NICET in electrical power or specialized AutoCAD/MicroStation training are highly regarded locally. Colorado’s growing energy sector favors candidates with credentials demonstrating expertise in renewable integration and industrial electrical design.
Englewood is experiencing steady growth in energy infrastructure projects, elevating demand for physical design engineers skilled in power plant layouts. This demand is fueled by regional investments in renewable energy and industrial upgrades.
Sargent & Lundy emphasizes employee well-being, fostering a collaborative environment that values innovation and diversity. Senior Physical Designers benefit from supportive leadership, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that encourages continuous professional growth in energy engineering.
The position involves close collaboration with electrical, mechanical, and structural engineers to develop cohesive power plant designs. Effective communication and coordination ensure alignment across disciplines, critical for successful project delivery at Sargent & Lundy.
The salary typically ranges from $74,750 to $115,120 annually, reflecting experience and technical skills in physical design within the energy sector. This compensation aligns with Englewood’s market for senior-level engineering roles in power plant projects.
Englewood offers competitive salaries for senior physical design roles, often matching or exceeding those in Denver due to the specialized nature of energy projects. The local market rewards expertise in industrial and renewable energy design with attractive pay packages.
Designers must navigate complex regulatory standards, integrate renewable technologies, and ensure safety in aging infrastructure upgrades. The local energy landscape demands adaptability and precise physical layouts to meet evolving environmental and operational requirements.