Electrical Energy Consultant 1 (Summer 2027)

Description

This position has a target start date of Summer 2027.

Sargent & Lundy is one of the largest and most experienced power industry engineering and consulting firms. This entry-level position is to support the continued growth of the Sargent & Lundy Consulting group, particularly in the renewable energy, battery energy storage, and utility planning / advisory practice areas. Our Consulting group works with clients across the United States and in numerous other countries.

This position will require a great deal of face-to-face interaction with power plant developers and owners, as well as lenders and investors, during the execution of consulting services work for the firm. The work environment in our Consulting group is fast-paced, dynamic, and interesting. 

Under guidance from senior consultants, support the following consulting engagements:

• Owner’s engineering to support development and execution of utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, thermal, and other projects
• Technical due diligence to evaluate new power and infrastructure projects independently to support financing
• Planning studies and business cases for utilities, power producers, and government agencies

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• This position requires a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• A strong academic background and coursework in electrical power concepts and AC power systems analysis is required. Minimum GPA of 3.2 in engineering course works.
• A basic understanding of power generation, substation, and transmission in the U.S. Bulk Electric System.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Self-starter, proactive, able to work independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, execute solutions, and meet deadlines.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Engineering/consulting internship or co-op work experience in energy industry.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools:

• You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
• Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

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.

Compensation Range

$62,998 - $90,586

Transparency 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.

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.