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Lead Substation Physical Engineer

$107.9k - $195.05k
Full-time

Leidos

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact

At Leidos we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers our people and our community. Our Mission Vision and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Were seeking a Lead Substation Physical Engineer to take a key role in delivering highimpact substation physical design projects. Youll work on utility systems ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV contributing to major gridmodernization efforts and supporting how renewable generation connects to the this role youll apply your expertise in digital logic design and AC/DC circuits to develop safe reliable and efficient substation physical layouts. From equipment arrangement to grounding and structural components youll help shape the next generation of substation projects powering communities.

Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth including:

  • Professional Engineer License (PE).
  • Project Management Professional (PMP).
  • Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities.
  • Leadership Opportunities.
  • Mentorship & Training Opportunities.
  • Opportunity to Lead Grow and Inspire a Dynamic Team

Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career share your resume with us today!

The Challenge:

  • Lead and support the delivery of substation physical design projects ensuring technical excellence and ontime performance.
  • Partner closely with internal engineering groups and external clients to understand needs align expectations and deliver solutions that exceed standards.
  • Perform detailed QA/QC reviews on substation physical design packages ensuring accuracy constructability and compliance.
  • Read design and review essential substation drawings including onelines threelines planandsection views grounding layouts and foundation designs.
  • Create and verify bills of materials for substation physical components ensuring precision and alignment with project requirements.
  • Conduct site visits at customer locations to gather data validate designs and support successful project execution.

Successful candidates must comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope schedule and budget. This position will be a member of a design team comprised of engineers designers and CAD technicians and will work with client standards to implement design.

What Sets You Apart:

  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) with 8 years of substation physical design experience .
  • Experience performing grounding studies lightning protection analysis and lighting studies.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and clients to support project needs.
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines and stay organized in fastpaced or highpressure situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment contribute to group success and provide leadership when needed.
  • Selfstarter who can take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
  • Strong analytical abilities with a track record of solving engineering challenges both independently and collaboratively.
  • High level of computer competency and comfort working with engineering tools and software.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.

You Might Also have:

  • Engineer Intern (EI or EIT) professional certification.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License.
  • Working knowledge of protection and control design
  • Experience with bus calculation
  • Experience with WinIGS or CDEGS
  • Masters degree in related field.

WHAT WE DO

Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities more than 160municipals/cooperativesas well as a growing number of mobile operators local utility providers and private addition to providing engineering and project management services Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms. To explore and learn more click here!

At Leidos we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams contribute to our communities and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers our people and our community. Our Mission Vision and Values guide the way we do business.

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest and in return we invest in you with an eye on your future through career advancement growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the worlds toughest problems and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference.

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If youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

October 2 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $107900.00 - $195050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.

Required Experience:

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