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Electrical Engineer 3 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Warrenville, IL, 60555
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
This position blends in-office collaboration with remote work, empowering engineers to balance detailed substation design tasks and project management efficiently. Hybrid flexibility supports productivity while maintaining close teamwork on high voltage grid projects in the Warrenville area.
Warrenville's proximity to major utility hubs and industrial centers fuels steady demand for electrical engineers skilled in medium to high voltage power systems. Local infrastructure growth and upgrades create opportunities for engineers familiar with regional grid standards and project execution.
An Electrical Engineer 3 brings advanced design experience, especially in medium voltage system projects, along with proven skills in project prioritization and budget management. This senior role often involves mentoring peers and handling complex troubleshooting in power distribution networks.
While not mandatory, a Professional Engineer (PE) license significantly enhances credibility and career prospects. Familiarity with ANSI, IEEE, NEMA standards, and the National Electrical Safety Code tailored to Illinois regulations also proves advantageous in grid-related roles.
Competition remains moderate to high due to ongoing infrastructure investments and retirements within the utility sector. Candidates with hands-on substation design experience and strong communication skills tend to stand out among applicants in this specialized field.
Engineers at this level often transition into senior project management or specialized technical leadership roles. Sargent & Lundy’s culture of peer learning and community practice supports continuous skill development, opening paths to advanced substation design or regulatory compliance expertise.
The company fosters growth through knowledge sharing within engineering communities and offers tuition assistance, licensure bonuses, and merit scholarships. Such initiatives encourage mastery of power system design and staying current with evolving grid technologies.
Sargent & Lundy offers a salary range between $72,690 and $106,250, complemented by comprehensive benefits. This package reflects the specialized skills required for medium to high voltage substation design and project management in the power engineering sector.
Yes, working at Sargent & Lundy involves managing multi-disciplinary project teams with a strong focus on detailed substation design and strict adherence to client and industry standards. Engineers must also navigate hybrid work dynamics and potential client site visits, requiring adaptability.
Occasional travel to client locations is expected, providing exposure to diverse grid environments and project scopes. Travel frequency varies with project phases but remains manageable, allowing engineers to balance onsite collaboration with remote work from Warrenville.