Lead Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Greenville, SC, 29601
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Description
Responsibilities:
- This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of protective relaying and controls systems for HV and EHV substations. As a Project Lead of an engineering and design team, you will work on a wide range of substation modifications and upgrades to support client requirements and reviews including creating calculations, document designs, and specifications.
- You will be responsible for preparing relaying philosophies, including selecting relay, control, and communications equipment, developing SCADA and telecommunication concepts and configurations, and overseeing the preparation of I/O assignments and connection diagrams.
- As a Project Lead Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for guiding junior and senior-level engineers and designers in protection and controls engineering design efforts, including providing guidance with the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of the engineering work.
- You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering issues.
- You will perform analysis and design of single line diagrams, substation relaying & metering diagrams (i.e. A.C. schematic diagrams), and D.C. Schematic diagrams.
- Prepare engineering studies for client and peer review.
- Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation.
- Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.
- Perform reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
- Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of Sargent & Lundy’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”
- Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers.
- There is the potential for you to travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.
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:
- This position requires a BSEE with a power systems or controls emphasis from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- 12 or more years experience with a focus on protection / control / telecommunications for high voltage substations; including design, installation, and coordination.
- PE license.
- Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
- Experience in writing and providing support documentation for relay calculations.
- Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
- Proficiency with any of the following programs: SKM, ETAP, ASPEN, CDEGS, or vendor software.
- Familiarity with design codes and standards, such as NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEEE and ANSI.
- Experience with various vendor protective relay equipment typically used in substation protection, including SEL, ABB, GE, Areva, and Basler.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Prior experience is desirable to include in-line, bus and equipment protection, breaker, transformer and similar equipment control, RTU and data concentrator based SCADA systems, telemetering and communications (fiber optics, microwave, power line carrier, etc.).
- AutoCAD or MicroStation experience.
- Construction and start-up experience.
- Testing or commissioning 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
$131,960.00 - $205,330.00Transparency 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
In Greenville, SC, the Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid role often involves close collaboration with regional utilities and adapting designs to local grid standards. Compared to big cities, there may be greater emphasis on hybrid work flexibility and involvement in regional infrastructure upgrades, reflecting Greenville's growing energy demands.
As a Lead Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid at Sargent & Lundy, you’ll oversee both junior and senior engineers, guiding protection and control design efforts. This includes mentoring, managing project workflows, and ensuring timely coordination between clients, vendors, and internal teams to meet complex substation upgrade requirements.
Holding a Professional Engineer (PE) license is crucial and highly valued in Greenville’s power systems sector. Additionally, familiarity with regional codes like NESC and IEEE standards boosts credibility. While Sargent & Lundy requires a PE, local utilities may prefer engineers with certifications in substation protection and control systems.
Sargent & Lundy offers a competitive salary range of $131,960 to $205,330 for Lead Electrical Engineers in Greenville, SC, reflecting the high expertise required in protection and control for HV/EHV substations. This range tends to be above average locally due to the role’s seniority and specialized technical scope.
Sargent & Lundy promotes peer-learning through 'communities of practice,' encouraging knowledge sharing among experienced engineers. Senior engineers receive mentorship opportunities and access to challenging projects, fostering continuous professional growth within a collaborative environment focused on power system innovation.
Common challenges include troubleshooting complex relay coordination issues, integrating advanced SCADA systems, and ensuring compliance with multiple design standards. Managing multidisciplinary teams and aligning client expectations with technical constraints also require strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Greenville’s growing energy sector means demand for experienced power systems engineers is robust but competitive. Candidates with PE licenses and expertise in protective relaying and control systems stand out, especially if they bring field verification and project leadership experience, matching local industry needs.
Sargent & Lundy’s Lead Electrical Engineer 2 role emphasizes a hybrid work model and offers extensive mentorship and project leadership on high-voltage substations. Their award-winning benefits and commitment to work-life balance distinguish the position from other grid-related roles in national utilities.
Proficiency with vendor relay equipment such as SEL, ABB, and GE is essential for this role, as it directly impacts the design, installation, and troubleshooting of protection systems in substations. This expertise ensures seamless integration and optimal performance in Greenville’s grid infrastructure.
The position requires about three days per week onsite in Greenville’s office, with two days remote. This hybrid structure balances hands-on project collaboration with flexible work arrangements, supporting productivity while accommodating personal commitments and reducing commute stress.