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Electrical Engineer 3 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Farmington Hills, MI, 48167
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
Electrical Engineer 3 - Grid positions demand deeper expertise in medium voltage power systems and substation design, unlike entry-level roles. Candidates are expected to manage multiple projects, troubleshoot complex electrical issues, and contribute to project planning, reflecting advanced skills in power system engineering within grid environments.
Proficiency in substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding, and battery sizing is essential. Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards and the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI-C2) also plays a pivotal role, alongside experience in developing protection & controls layouts and single line diagrams for substations.
Daily tasks include detailed electrical design, collaborating with project teams on high voltage substation projects, troubleshooting electrical engineering challenges, preparing technical reports, and coordinating schedules and budgets. The role balances office and remote work, with occasional client site visits to support project execution.
Farmington Hills offers a competitive engineering market with a focus on automotive and manufacturing sectors, influencing power system demands. Engineers often navigate local regulations and client requirements while adapting to hybrid work models, balancing onsite project needs with remote collaboration typical in the region.
The demand remains robust due to ongoing infrastructure upgrades and energy projects in Michigan. Employers seek engineers with medium voltage and substation design expertise, indicating attractive career opportunities in power system design and grid modernization within Farmington Hills and nearby areas.
Sargent & Lundy supports a hybrid work environment, allowing Electrical Engineer 3 - Grid employees to split time between remote work and the Farmington Hills office. This flexibility enhances work-life balance while ensuring effective collaboration on complex substation projects requiring in-person coordination.
The company fosters growth through peer learning and structured knowledge-sharing communities of practice. Engineers gain exposure to challenging projects, client interactions, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, all designed to enhance technical expertise and project management skills relevant to high voltage grid engineering.
Compensation typically ranges from $72,690 to $106,250 annually, reflecting experience and project complexity. This salary is complemented by comprehensive benefits including healthcare, paid time off, and flexible work arrangements, positioning Sargent & Lundy competitively within the power systems engineering market.
Holding a Professional Engineer (PE) license significantly boosts credibility and employability locally. Additionally, familiarity with ANSI/IEEE standards and the National Electrical Safety Code is valued. Certifications related to substation design and power system protection further distinguish candidates in this competitive region.
Sargent & Lundy emphasizes advanced substation design, applying industry standards and innovative protection & control methods. Through collaborative project teams, engineers engage in troubleshooting modern power system challenges, supported by software tools and a culture of continuous improvement aligned with evolving grid technologies.