Business Details
Your Trusted Engineering Partner for Power Solutions
Since 1891, Sargent & Lundy has been a global leader in engineering and design for the power industry, expanding expertise to energy, oil and gas, industrial, hazardous waste, and national security sectors. Our legacy of innovation is built on a foundation of technical excellence, safety, and quality, delivering solutions for clients' most pressing challenges across project lifecycles. With over 130 years of experience, we combine deep industry knowledge with a commitment to sustainability and community impact. Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures rigorous standards in every project, from nuclear power and renewable energy to grid modernization and decarbonization.Recognized by Engineering News-Record as a Top 500 Design Firm since 1965, we maintain leadership through continuous investment in cutting-edge technologies like carbon capture, small modular reactors, and hydrogen solutions. Our workforce of 75% engineers and technical experts participates in over 300 national code committees, driving industry standards. Community engagement remains central to our values, demonstrated through education initiatives, charitable giving, and sustainability efforts that have eliminated 100,000 water bottles and diverted 40,000 square feet of materials from landfills since 2020.
Services
Nuclear Power
Data Centers
Grid Infrastructure
Conventional Power
Renewable Energy
Environmental Services
Decarbonization
Government Services
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 130+ years of engineering expertise across power, energy, and industrial sectors
- Our team includes 75% engineers with participation in 300+ national code committees
- ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures rigorous project standards
- Pioneers in emerging technologies like carbon capture and small modular reactors
- Recognized Top 500 Design Firm by Engineering News-Record since 1965
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Nuclear Power
We deliver comprehensive nuclear power solutions including new generation design, life extension, modernization, and power uprates. Our expertise spans reactor design, safety systems, and regulatory compliance for both domestic and international projects. With pioneering work on small modular reactors and medical isotope facilities, we combine decades of experience with cutting-edge innovation to ensure safe, reliable carbon-free energy production.
Renewable Energy
Our renewable energy services cover wind, solar, and emerging technologies from development through operations. We provide engineering design, interconnection studies, and financing support for utility-scale projects. With experience in 2+ GW of renewable capacity, we help clients achieve sustainability goals while maintaining grid reliability through advanced energy storage integration and transmission planning expertise.
Grid Infrastructure
We modernize electric grid systems with transmission, distribution, and substation solutions that enhance reliability and resilience. Our services include high-voltage transmission line design, smart grid technologies, and battery energy storage integration. With expertise in 500-kV systems and microgrid development, we address aging infrastructure while supporting renewable energy integration and electrification demands.
Decarbonization
Our decarbonization solutions focus on carbon capture, hydrogen production, and direct air capture technologies. We've implemented carbon capture pilots for DOE and developed hydrogen-ready power plants. By combining traditional engineering with innovative mitigation strategies, we help clients meet net-zero targets while maintaining operational efficiency across power generation and industrial sectors.
Project Services
We provide full lifecycle project services including management, construction oversight, and procurement. Our approach ensures quality delivery within budget and schedule through rigorous controls and risk management. With experience in $1B+ projects, we offer owner's engineering, EPC management, and technical advisory services that maintain safety and compliance standards throughout project execution.
People
Victor Suchodolski
Chairman, President & CEO
Electrical engineer with 26+ years at Sargent & Lundy, leading grid infrastructure before becoming CEO. Licensed PE in 3 states, directs strategic vision and industry leadership while maintaining engineering excellence across 30+ global offices.
Shiven Sulkar
Senior Vice President & Director of Nuclear Power
30-year nuclear expert overseeing global new generation projects. Licensed PE in 3 states, manages U.S. DOE collaborations and international reactor designs. Led major plant upgrades and restarts, including specialized nuclear facilities for national labs.
Thomas Foley
Senior Vice President & Director of Electric Grid Infrastructure
Grid infrastructure leader with 25+ years in transmission and distribution. Licensed PE in 12 states, expanded grid services twofold since 2016. Former Altran North America CEO brings global perspective to electric vehicle infrastructure and renewable interconnection projects.
Dan Weinacht
Senior Vice President & Director of Government Services
PhD mechanical engineer directing public sector energy and defense projects. Licensed PE in 14 states with 20+ years at Los Alamos National Lab. Oversees national security operations and environmental management programs for DOE and DOD clients.
Chuck Beitel
Senior Vice President & Director of Energy & Industrial
28-year power industry veteran managing fossil, environmental, and industrial projects. Licensed PE in 4 states, specializes in large-scale plant retrofits and carbon sequestration. Leads technical teams for coal, gas, and hydrogen generation projects across domestic and international markets.
Questions
What engineering sectors does Sargent & Lundy specialize in?
We specialize in nuclear power, renewable energy, grid infrastructure, conventional power, decarbonization technologies, government services, and industrial projects.
How long has Sargent & Lundy been in business?
Since 1891, providing over 130 years of engineering excellence in power and energy sectors.
Does Sargent & Lundy offer international services?
Yes, we operate in 100+ countries with offices in North America, Middle East, Asia, and joint ventures worldwide.
What sustainability initiatives does the company support?
We maintain ISO 9001 certification, reduced 100,000+ water bottles since 2020, and promote renewable energy integration to support client net-zero goals.
How does Sargent & Lundy support workforce development?
Through ACE Mentor Program participation, university scholarships, and internal training programs that have developed 75% of employees as engineers or designers.
What innovative technologies are you developing?
We're advancing small modular reactors, carbon capture systems, hydrogen-ready power plants, and grid modernization technologies for next-generation energy solutions.
