Electrical Wiring Technologies Designer 1 - Energy & Industrial
Sargent & Lundy · Chicago, IL
- On site
- Full-time
- $70,000 / year
- Chicago, IL
Job highlights
- Design power plant electrical systems with hybrid work.
- Create single-line, schematic, and wiring diagrams.
- Utilize AutoCAD or Microstation extensively.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplined engineering teams.
- Gain field experience through client facility walkdowns.
About the role
Electrical Wiring Design Engineer - Energy & Industrial
This position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment in the design, modification, and/or upgrade of new and existing power plant electrical systems. Under the direction of the Electrical Project Lead, you will work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in the development of the following:
- Single-line diagrams
- Relay and metering diagrams
- AC and DC schematic diagrams
- Synchronizing diagrams
- Point to point wiring diagrams
- Cable schedules
You will produce electrical wiring drawings, and review and incorporate vendor drawings into the overall project design. There will be opportunities to accompany and assist in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential Skills And Experience
- An Associates Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and equivalent technical design experience.
- Three (3) or more years of detailed wiring design experience in the development of single-line, and relay and metering diagrams, including medium-voltage and 480V systems.
- Familiarity with digital control systems.
- The ability to perform the following:
- Produce wiring diagrams and schematics for installers and electricians
- Assist engineers with initial design requirements
- Conceptualize plans and details to accurately convey wiring termination requirements
- Extensive AutoCAD and/or Microstation design experience on power plants or large facility projects
- A thorough understanding of drafting and design practices and theories
- The ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process
Preferred, But Not Required Experience
A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) or a related engineering technology discipline is preferred and may be considered in lieu of the required experience.
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
$58,925 - $84,728
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.
About This Business Unit
The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.
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.
Key skills/competency
Electrical Wiring Design Engineer
- Single-line diagrams
- Relay and metering diagrams
- AC/DC schematic diagrams
- Synchronizing diagrams
- Point-to-point wiring diagrams
- Cable schedules
- AutoCAD/Microstation design
- Medium-voltage systems
- Digital control systems
- Power plant electrical design
Skills & topics
- Electrical Wiring Design
- Power Plant Design
- Electrical Schematics
- Wiring Diagrams
- AutoCAD
- Microstation
- Drafting
- Electrical Engineering
- Energy & Industrial
- Medium Voltage Systems
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 3+ years of detailed wiring design experience, including single-line and relay/metering diagrams, and proficiency in AutoCAD/Microstation for power plants.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your familiarity with digital control systems and your ability to produce clear wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Provide examples of how you've interfaced and communicated effectively with diverse engineering and design teams.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your understanding of drafting practices, design theories, and medium-voltage systems.
- Understand company culture: Research Sargent & Lundy's commitment to innovation in energy and industrial projects and their award-winning benefits.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the core responsibilities of an Electrical Wiring Design Engineer at Sargent & Lundy?
- As an Electrical Wiring Design Engineer at Sargent & Lundy, you will be responsible for designing, modifying, and upgrading power plant electrical systems. This includes creating single-line diagrams, relay and metering diagrams, AC/DC schematics, synchronizing diagrams, point-to-point wiring diagrams, and cable schedules. You will also produce wiring drawings, review vendor drawings, and participate in field walkdowns.
- What qualifications are essential for the Electrical Wiring Design Engineer role at Sargent & Lundy?
- Essential qualifications include an Associate's Degree in drafting or a high school diploma with equivalent technical design experience, plus 3+ years of detailed wiring design experience. You must be proficient in AutoCAD and/or Microstation, familiar with digital control systems, and understand drafting and design practices. The ability to communicate with multidisciplinary teams is also crucial.
- What is the work arrangement for the Electrical Wiring Design Engineer position at Sargent & Lundy?
- This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. Employees are expected to work three days a week in the office and have the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
- What type of projects does the Energy & Industrial Group at Sargent & Lundy handle?
- The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) delivers advanced engineering solutions for power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects. They handle new plant designs, plant betterment, and upgrade services, with expertise in combined cycle projects, renewable energy, carbon capture, PV solar, and energy storage.
- Does Sargent & Lundy sponsor work authorization for this Electrical Wiring Design Engineer role?
- No, Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
- What are some of the benefits offered by Sargent & Lundy?
- Sargent & Lundy offers award-winning benefits, including comprehensive health plans (medical, dental, vision), life and accident insurance, disability coverage, EAP, FSA/HSA, 401(k), and generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave). They also provide tuition assistance and referral bonuses.
- What is the compensation range for the Electrical Wiring Design Engineer position?
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