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Senior Electrical Engineer 1 -- Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Englewood, CO, 80012
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 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. You'll spend 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.
- 5 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
$82,380.00 - $125,860.00Transparency 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 involves active participation in the conceptualization, planning, and execution of high voltage substation projects. Senior Electrical Engineer 1s collaborate closely with engineers and designers to solve complex electrical distribution challenges, ensuring designs meet industry and client standards.
Electrical Engineer 1 -- Grid professionals typically have a minimum of five years’ experience in medium voltage system design, strong project management capabilities, and proficiency in reviewing detailed design drawings, setting them apart from entry-level roles focused more on foundational tasks.
Senior Electrical Engineers in Englewood benefit from exposure to complex grid projects, opportunities for peer learning, and involvement in high-profile substation designs, which can lead to leadership roles or specialized technical positions within utility companies or engineering firms.
Yes, the role embraces a hybrid model, requiring three days in-office and allowing two remote days weekly. This setup supports work-life balance while fostering collaboration on high voltage substation initiatives.
Sargent & Lundy is recognized for its award-winning benefits and commitment to employee well-being, offering comprehensive healthcare and generous paid leave, which cultivates a supportive environment tailored for experienced electrical engineers.
Englewood's growing infrastructure projects and focus on grid modernization have heightened the demand for senior electrical engineers, making it a promising market with competitive hiring but requiring strong expertise in medium to high voltage power systems.
Familiarity with ANSI, IEEE, and NEMA standards is highly valued, alongside adherence to the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI-C2). While PE licensure is advantageous, regional knowledge of these standards is critical for successful grid engineering roles in Colorado.
Compensation for this role ranges between $82,380 and $125,860 annually. This reflects the experience level required and includes potential bonuses and a robust benefits package tailored to senior engineers in the electrical grid sector.
This role demands balancing technical responsibilities such as designing substation systems and performing grounding calculations with project management tasks like budget tracking and client communications, providing a multifaceted engineering leadership experience.
The company fosters growth through peer-learning communities and a structured knowledge-sharing system, enabling engineers to enhance skills in substation design, project management, and compliance with evolving electrical standards.