Senior Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Greenville, SC, 29601
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Description
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 a Substation 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 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.
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.
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.
- 7 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:
- 3 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
$95,840.00 - $147,870.00Transparency 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
Electrical Engineer 2 professionals often command advanced expertise in medium voltage power systems, substation design, and project leadership. Unlike junior engineers, they handle complex troubleshooting, multi-project management, and client communications, reflecting a deeper grasp of grid infrastructure and standards like ANSI and IEEE.
This role encompasses initial project conceptualization, detailed design execution, and ongoing troubleshooting within substation projects. Senior engineers balance technical calculations, design reviews, and coordination with designers, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout each stage of grid system development.
Progression often leads toward senior project management, specialized technical consultancy, or leadership roles overseeing large-scale grid projects. Expanding skills in substation design, protective relaying, and gaining PE licensure significantly enhances upward mobility within powergrid engineering.
Sargent & Lundy fosters growth through peer-learning communities, structured knowledge sharing, and exposure to diverse high voltage projects. Their hybrid work model and relocation incentives further enable engineers to thrive while balancing career and personal needs in Greenville’s engineering hub.
Greenville's growing utility sector increases demand for grid engineers, though competition remains moderate due to specialized skills required. Candidates with experience in substation design and knowledge of regional standards tend to have a hiring advantage in this expanding market.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure and familiarity with ANSI/IEEE standards are highly valued in Greenville's market. Employers prioritize candidates who meet these credentials as they align with regional compliance and safety expectations in the power utility industry.
Sargent & Lundy offers award-winning benefits emphasizing health, work-life balance, and financial wellness. Their culture of continuous learning, hybrid work flexibility, and comprehensive relocation packages set them apart within the power grid engineering landscape.
Senior engineers notably influence high voltage substation projects exceeding 138kV, including grounding and protection design. Their expertise ensures reliability and safety on critical infrastructure, directly affecting the company’s reputation in delivering complex grid solutions.
Compensation for this position typically spans $95,840 to $147,870 annually, reflecting experience and project scope. This range aligns with Greenville’s market rates for skilled electrical engineers specializing in medium to high voltage power systems.