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Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.\nAbout Sargent & Lundy\nAt 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.\nHealth & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision\nLife & Accident Insurance\nDisability Coverage\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nBack-Up Daycare\nFSA & HSA\n401(k)\nPre-Tax Commuter Account\nMerit Scholarship Program\nEmployee Discount Program\nCorporate Charitable Giving Program\nTuition Assistance\nFirst Professional Licensure Bonus\nEmployee Referral Bonus\nPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)\nPaid Vacation\nPaid Holidays\nPaid Parental Leave\nPaid Bereavement Leave\nFlexible Work Arrangements\nCompensation Range\n$118,023 - $180,313Transparency Statement\nSargent & 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\nThe 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.\nEqual Opportunity\nSargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. 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