Electrical Analytical Engineer 1 (Entry-Level)

Sargent & Lundy • Chicago, IL • 7h ago

Description

This position offers a hybird schedule of in office days and remotely.

This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Power Systems to provide power system modeling and analytical support interdisciplinary project teams. You will be involved in supporting the interconnection of new power generation resources - including onshore and offshore wind, solar PV, battery energy storage, and traditional thermal generation, transmission and distribution planning, design of new power plants - including thermal and renewable resources, modifications to existing power generation facilities, power system protection, and integration of new technologies such as electric vehicles, microgrids, and green hydrogen production.

Your work will have you perform the following @types of studies:

Power Flow

Short Circuit

Protection Coordination

Arc Flash

Transient and Dynamic Stability

Transient Over-voltage

Power Quality and Harmonics

System Impact

Cable Ampacity

Grounding

Additional activities include electricity market studies and generation planning expansion with expected load growth scenarios

There is the potential for you to travel to client offices and project sites to provide on-site consultation

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

This position requires an BS in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) with a strong academic background and coursework emphasis in Power Systems Analysis. MSEE or Ph.D. is preferred.

An understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design

Proficiency with MS Office applications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

Internship or work experience in performing power analysis, preferably within the power industry

Experience performing analysis of power systems using software such as: PSS/E, PowerWorld, PSLF, TARA, CYME, Synergi, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV

Strong working knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, etc.

Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training

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 & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-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

$59,460.00 - $85,400.00

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.

CityChicago

StateIL

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestElectrical Engineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2025-16319

Business GroupChief Operations Officer Group

DepartmentElectrical Analytical

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