Senior Engineering Manager – Grid

Sargent & Lundy

. Manage and further grow a project team of engineers and designers working on new and existing high-voltage substations .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $165,610 - $253,015 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing engineering teams and projects for high-voltage substations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary design efforts, coordinate facility studies, and effectively communicate with clients and stakeholders.

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Project Management of Utility Transmission and Distribution Substation ProjectsMISO Facility Studies and DPP Process KnowledgeDesigning Multidisciplinary Solutions for High-Voltage SubstationsKnowledge of NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and ANSI StandardsLeading Engineering Design Teams Through All Phases of Project Design

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Hard Skills

High-Voltage Substation DesignFacility Studies CoordinationSystems Design ComplianceConstruction Package PreparationTechnical Report WritingElectrical, Civil, and Structural Scope ManagementConceptual DevelopmentEquipment and Materials SelectionTroubleshooting and Problem SolvingConflict Resolution

Soft Skills

Verbal and Written CommunicationClient EngagementTeam LeadershipPeer-to-Peer ReportingCoordination

Certifications & Qualifications

FE LicensePE LicensePMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Utility EngineeringElectric Grid ModernizationConstruction DocumentsProject CloseoutClient LiaisonIndustry Best PracticesStart-Up ExperienceCommissioning Experience

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and further grow a project team of engineers and designers working on new and existing high-voltage substations
Investigate, troubleshoot, and implement solutions to expand and modernize the electric grid
Direct the Team Lead in coordinating engineering and design from concept through detailed design execution, field support, and closeout
Support account management and client engagement through peer-to-peer reporting, coordination, and conflict resolution
Lead efforts to complete projects satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
Coordinate and execute facility studies for various RTOs
Coordinate systems design activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and client requirements
Prepare clear, concise technical reports and studies meeting client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats
Independently review others’ work, including calculations and drawing preparation

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS from an ABET-accredited engineering program or an advanced management/business degree
Specific hands-on experience with MISO facility studies and knowledge of the DPP process
Specific experience in project management of utility transmission and distribution substation projects
Knowledge of NEC, NESC, NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and ANSI engineering standards
20 or more years of experience designing multidisciplinary solutions in a project team environment for utility high-voltage substations
Experience with electrical, civil, and structural scopes of work, conceptual development, industry best practices, design basis, equipment and materials selection, and construction package preparation
Five or more years of experience leading an engineering design team through all phases of project design
Technical knowledge of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems for systems design
Proven verbal and written communication skills for presentations, proposals, and reports
Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role
Experience and understanding of construction documents
Willingness to travel to project sites and/or attend client meetings
Ability to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
FE or PE License valued but not required
PMP Certification valued but not required
Construction and start-up experience a plus
Commissioning experience a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision health plans
Life and accident insurance
Disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-up daycare
FSA and 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
Yearly discretionary bonus eligibility