Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid

Company : Sargent & Lundy
Location : Chicago, IL, 60290
Posted Date : 15 October 2025
Job Type : Full Time
Category : Electrical Engineering
Occupation : Electrical Engineer
Job Details
Description
nThis 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.
n- n
- n
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.
n n - n
As an Electrical Engineer, you will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
n n - n
You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of electrical engineering issues.
n n - n
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.
n n - n
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."
n n - n
In addition, you may have the opportunity to travel to client sites as needed.
n n
Qualifications
nWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
nEssential skills and experience:
n- n
- n
A BSEE degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program is required.
n n - n
1 or more years experience in the design of Medium Voltage Power Systems.
n n - n
Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects under budget and time constraints.
n n - n
Experience tracking project information such as: schedules and expenditures against budgets, preparing status reports and client interface.
n n - n
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
n n - n
Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.
n n - n
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
n n
Valued but not required skills and experience:
n- n
- n
1 or more years experience in the design of substations 138kV and above.
n n - n
Ability to prepare substation grounding calculations, direct stroke shielding calculations, battery & charger sizing calculations, etc.
n n - n
Physical layout and protection & controls experience.
n n - n
Ability to work with Designer to develop substation single line diagrams, relaying & metering diagrams, DC schematic diagrams, substation plan & sections, grounding plans, etc.
n n - n
Familiarity with ANSI/IEEE/NEMA standards as they relate to substation design. This includes the National Electrical Safety Code (ANSI - C2).
n n - n
PE license.
n n - n
AutoCAD experience.
n n
Award-Winning Benefits
nAt 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.
nHealth & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance
n- n
- n
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
n n - n
Life & Accident Insurance
n n - n
Disability Coverage
n n - n
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
n n - n
Back-Up Daycare
n n - n
FSA & HSA
n n - n
401(k)
n n - n
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
n n - n
Merit Scholarship Program
n n - n
Employee Discount Program
n n - n
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
n n - n
Tuition Assistance
n n - n
First Professional Licensure Bonus
n n - n
Employee Referral Bonus
n n - n
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
n n - n
Paid Vacation
n n - n
Paid Holidays
n n - n
Paid Parental Leave
n n - n
Paid Bereavement Leave
n n - n
Flexible Work Arrangements
n n
Compensation Range
n$66,000.00 - $94,810.00
nTransparency Statement
nSargent & 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.
nAwards & Recognition
nEqual Opportunity
nSargent & 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.
nCityChicago
nStateIL
nCountryUnited States
nArea of InterestElectrical Engineering
nTypeFull Time - Regular
nJob ID
nBusiness GroupGrid Group
nDepartmentSubstation Engineering
Trending Searches in Chicago, IL
- Full time jobs near me Chicago, IL
- Local job openings
- Places hiring near me
- Job vacancies near me
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs near me Chicago, IL
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs hiring near me Chicago, IL
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs hiring near Chicago, IL
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs near Chicago, IL
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs near me in Chicago, IL
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs in Chicago, IL
Top trending job titles hiring now
Popular Searches for Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid
Other Jobs You May Like
Intern - Automation Quality Engineer (Hybrid: Onsite & Remote)
Company : US Foods
Location : Rosemont, IL
Field/Office Engineer Intern - Eastern District - Summer 2026
Company : Kiewit Corporation
Location : Itasca, IL
Senior Specialist, Identity and Access Management Engineer (Saviynt)
Company : KPMG US
Location : Chicago, IL
Military DoD SkillBridge Internship - Mechanical Component Engineer
Company : GE Aerospace
Location : Loves Park, IL
Top searches
- Jobs hiring immediately
- Part time jobs near me
- Full time jobs near me
- Jobs that are hiring near me
- Jobs near me hiring now
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs near me
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid jobs hiring near me
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid openings near me
- Electrical Engineer 2 - Grid vacancies near me
Employment opportunities at Sargent & Lundy
- Sargent & Lundy jobs near me Chicago, IL
- Sargent & Lundy jobs hiring near me Chicago, IL
- Sargent & Lundy jobs near Chicago, IL
- Sargent & Lundy jobs hiring near me
- Sargent & Lundy openings near me
- Sargent & Lundy jobs near me in Chicago, IL
- Sargent & Lundy jobs hiring in Chicago, IL
- Employment opportunities near me
- Job openings near me
- Jobs hiring immediately