Lead substation protection and control engineer designing 12–500 kV systems for Leidos’ power delivery services. Producing protection schematics, control panels, and commissioning support for utility projects.
Responsibilities
Lead and support substation protection and control design projects
Create and refine relay one-line diagrams defining protection zones and system topology
Develop detailed AC schematics for current, voltage, and protection-device relationships
Produce DC control and protection schematics
Design control panels, wiring diagrams, and physical layouts
Build bills of materials aligned with project criteria, equipment standards, and client requirements
Perform quality-control checks on wiring and schematic designs
Contribute from early scoping through final design, implementation, and energization support
Provide technical guidance during installation, testing, and commissioning
Apply National Electrical Safety Code requirements
Interpret and implement utility-specific standards
Partner with engineers, designers, and CAD technicians to produce complete drawing packages
Maintain compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget
Work with client standards to implement design
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with eight (8+) or more years of substation protection control design experience
Experience in leading and executing substation protection and control projects
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and clients
Ability to meet deadlines and stay organized in fast-paced or high-pressure situations
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and provide leadership when needed
Self-starter able to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
Strong analytical abilities and engineering problem-solving skills
High level of computer competency and comfort working with engineering tools and software
Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed
Compliance with quality control and safe work practices
Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification, PE License, Master’s degree, and field testing/commissioning experience are listed as additional qualifications
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure support
Project Management Professional (PMP) development
Technical and non-technical training
Leadership pathways
Mentorship and coaching
Career advancement and growth opportunities
Formal and informal project management training
Assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications
Strong work/life balance
Competitive compensation and benefits
Welcoming culture
Diversity and inclusion
Opportunity to lead, grow, and inspire a dynamic, high-performing team
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