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Substation Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Austin, TX, 78701
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Description
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
This position will offer you the opportunity to manage and further grow a project team consisting of engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing high voltage substations.
- You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and implementing solutions to expand and modernize the electric grid.
- Direct the Team Lead in the coordination of engineering and design from concept through detailed design execution, field support and closeout.
- Support overall account management and client engagement with peer to peer reporting, coordination and conflict resolution.
- Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
- Coordinate and execute facility studie for various RTO's.
- Coordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
- Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
- Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- BS from an ABET-accredited engineering program or an advanced management/business degree
- Specific hands on experience with MISO facility studies and knowledge of DPP process.
- Specific experience in Project Management of Utility Transmission & Distribution Substation Projects.
- Knowledge of engineering standards including NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEC, IEEE and ANSI.
- 10 or more years experience in the design of multi-disciplined solutions in a project team environment for utility high voltage substations. Experience must include an understanding of electrical, civil, structural scopes of work, conceptual development, industry best practices, design basis, the selection of equipment and materials, and the preparation of construction packages.
- Five or more years experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of a project design.
- Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design.
- Proven communication skillset both verbal and written in support of presentations, proposals and reports.
- Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
- Experience and understanding of construction documents
- Willing to travel to project sites and/or attend client meetings.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- FE or PE License
- PMP Certification.
- Construction and start-up experience a plus.
- Commissioning experience a plus.
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
$142,710.00 - $215,440.00Transparency 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 Austin's competitive energy sector, credentials like the PE license or PMP certification significantly enhance a Substation Engineering Consultant 2's profile, demonstrating advanced project management and engineering expertise tailored to utility substations.
Daily activities revolve around leading design teams, troubleshooting high voltage substation projects, coordinating field support, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, blending technical problem-solving with management in a hybrid Austin office setting.
Yes, professionals often advance toward senior technical leadership, project management roles, or specialize further in smart grid technologies and utility infrastructure modernization, reflecting evolving demands in the electrical substation field.
Sargent & Lundy stands out with award-winning benefits including hybrid work flexibility, comprehensive health plans, tuition assistance, and merit scholarships, fostering both career growth and personal well-being in Austin's engineering community.
The company encourages managing multidisciplinary teams, client engagement, and project oversight, empowering consultants to refine decision-making skills and broaden influence within high voltage substation projects.
Austin’s booming utility sector drives steady demand, but roles like Substation Engineering Consultant 2 require seasoned expertise, making competition intense among candidates with strong project management and technical credentials.
Compensation typically spans $142,710 to $215,440 annually, reflecting the role's seniority and hybrid work model, alongside comprehensive benefits common in Austin's utility engineering sector.
Experience with MISO facility studies and the DPP process is crucial, as it directly impacts effective grid modernization and project success, ensuring compliance with regional transmission operator standards.
This position uniquely blends technical leadership with client interaction, allowing consultants to influence high voltage substation design and modernization efforts that shape the electric grid's future.
Austin’s tech-forward, flexible work culture supports Sargent & Lundy’s hybrid approach, balancing in-office collaboration with remote productivity, which appeals to engineering professionals valuing work-life integration.