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Apr 11, 2026

Electrical Engineer 1 (Entry Level) - Energy & Industrial (Summer 2026)

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Sargent & Lundy is a company focused on providing engineering services for power and industrial plants. They are seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to work on various projects involving electrical system design, power distribution, and compliance with specifications and codes. Responsibilities - Utilize and expand your academic background in Electrical Engineering on projects that range from existing plant retrofit projects to new generation installations - Work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing power plant and industrial plant electrical systems - Be involved in power distribution designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services needed to support the projects - Support the project lead in coordinating systems design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements - Prepare functional design drawings including single line, relay and metering, cable block, and schematic diagrams - Prepare documentation for design input for other drawing production and 3-D modeling - Prepare detailed calculations, including auxiliary power system studies, voltage drop, protective relay settings, and arc flash calculations - Interface with vendors to prepare bills of material and equipment purchase specifications and provide recommendations to the client - Develop your career via peer-learning by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated 'Communities of Practice.' - Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs Skills - A BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with a graduation date in Spring 2026 is required and an emphasis in power systems, preferred - Familiarity with electrical system design including medium and low voltage distribution systems (transformers, generators, motors), and equipment selection - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models - Proficiency with MS Office applications - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program - Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training - Experience in the design of electrical engineering systems in a project team environment, with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants, or modifications or replacements for existing plants; experience ideally will include the selection of equipment, materials, control philosophy, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications Benefits - 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 Company Overview - Sargent & Lundy is a power generated company that provides technical expertise and integration for global use. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.sargentlundy.com.