Electrical Engineer 3 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Phoenix, AZ, 85003
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 30 December 2025
Description
This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.
Responsibilities:
- 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 high voltage substation projects.
- As an Electrical Engineer, you will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
- You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues.
- As an Associate Electrical Engineer, you will prepare reports that present technical and project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
- 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.”
- In addition, you may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- A BSEE degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required.
- 3 or more years 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.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- 1 or more years experience in the design of substations 138kV and above.
- Ability to prepare substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.
- Physical layout and protection & controls experience.
- Ability to work with Designer 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. This includes the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI - C2).
- PE license.
- AutoCAD experience.
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
$72,690.00 - $106,250.00Transparency 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.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
Sargent & Lundy offers a hybrid schedule for Electrical Engineer 3 positions in Phoenix, blending remote work with office collaboration. This flexibility supports productivity while allowing engineers to engage directly in substation project teams, balancing focus time and team interaction effectively.
Electrical Engineer 3s at Sargent & Lundy deepen their skills through hands-on design of medium voltage systems and peer learning within specialized engineering communities. Exposure to detailed substation layouts and ANSI/IEEE standards sharpens proficiency in power grid technologies.
Engineers may encounter diverse technical issues like grounding calculations and protection schemes tailored for the desert climate's impact on equipment. Managing project timelines amid complex designs and client coordination also tests problem-solving and multitasking in this role.
In Phoenix, a Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly regarded for senior electrical engineering roles, especially for grid and substation projects. Familiarity with regional standards like the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI-C2) can also provide a competitive edge.
Salary for this position at Sargent & Lundy ranges between $72,690 and $106,250 annually. This aligns with Phoenix market rates for experienced electrical engineers specializing in medium voltage and substation system design.
Sargent & Lundy fosters a collaborative environment emphasizing continuous learning and work-life balance. Their award-winning benefits and flexible hybrid work model support engineers in managing project demands while promoting personal well-being.
This role uniquely combines detailed engineering design with project management responsibilities on high voltage substations, supported by a culture that encourages knowledge-sharing and offers exposure to client site visits, setting it apart from other grid engineering jobs locally.
Phoenix has a growing demand for utility and power system engineers driven by infrastructure expansion. While competition exists, specialized skills in medium to high voltage substation design and project management increase hiring prospects significantly.