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Protective Relaying Engineering Consultant 2

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Sargent & Lundy

Chicago, IL (In Person)

$179,075 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 weeks ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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WORK LOCATION
This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office and working remote from home. This engineering consultant position is within Sargent & Lundy's Electrical Analytical Division and will be responsible for the following: Performing protection system calculations and analysis to support a wide variety of clients Develop relay settings associated with HV/EHV Substation and Transmission Lines Develop relay settings for Power Station Generators, Transformers, Motors and Medium Voltage and Low Voltage protection devices Aiding clients to comply with
NERC PRC
standards Relaying Event Report analysis Qualifications We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (background in Power/Power Systems) and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree. Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering is preferred. 10+ years relevant engineering experience with an emphasis in power system protection Experience with microprocessor-based relays (SEL, Beckwith, GE, ABB, etc ) and electro-mechanical relays Experience with micro- processor based relay software (SEL AcSELerator , GE Enervista , etc ) Experience with Generator, Transformer, and Motor Protection studies Experience with HV/EHV substation and Line Relaying Experience with LV Breaker protection Experience using protection system software such as ETAP, SKM, and Aspen Experience with
NERC PRC
compliance evaluations Valued but not required skills and experience: Successful completion of the Professional Engineering (PE) exam Experience performing transient analysis of power systems using software such as: PSS/E, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV Experience in short circuit analysis and using software programs CAPE or EasyPower 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 $142,710.00 - $215,440.00 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. 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
ID2026-21805
Business GroupChief Operations Officer Group DepartmentElectrical Analytical

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