Electrical Engineer, Sr.

Leidos

7d•$87,100 - $157,450•Remote

About The Position

Leidos is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) assigned to the Facilities – Engineering & Design Team. This role will execute electrical designs for projects in extreme winter environments for three Antarctic stations and additional field camps. The position is part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) program team based in Centennial, Colorado, funded by the United States National Science Foundation (NSF). The role is remote, but deployment to Antarctica may be necessary. Successful completion of physical and dental examinations required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica is a non-negotiable requirement. US Citizenship is required, and a Public Trust security clearance must be obtained prior to starting, which can take up to 4 months.

Requirements

A recognized Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited college in Electrical Engineering.
Professional licensure in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of eight (8) years relevant professional experience.
US citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Demonstrated experience with Electrical Engineering principles and procedures, design, guides, appropriate standards, and administrative practices, including engineering systems and calculations, statistical analysis, applications of engineering methods, and application of technology aided engineering tools to conventional facility and operations-based engineering problems.
Knowledge of instrumentation controls and automation.
Knowledge with hazard analysis programs, such as ETAP and SKM, to be able to ascertain third-party analysis and recommendations.
Experience in effectively communicating engineering solutions verbally, visually, and in writing for management, customers, peers, and craft personnel.
Successful completion of the physical and dental examinations required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Electrical Engineering PE, with Power emphasis.
Experience with electrical design in extremely cold environments or in remote regions.
Proficiency with Microsoft® Excel and Word.
Knowledge of CAD design packages including Revit.
Ability to present to a varied audience of different knowledge levels and learning styles.

Responsibilities

Working as part of the Engineering team designing and coordinating safe, technically accurate, and cost-effective power distribution and electrical systems designs and deliverables for station facilities and lodging.
Applying knowledge of engineering principles and practices in the preparation of engineering deliverables that comply with applicable codes, standards, and specifications.
Utilizing engineering technology to accomplish work and continuously improving work processes to meet program needs.
Taking general direction from the engineering support team lead and working with other technical disciplines and operational clients in a team environment.
Leading the design of MV/LV power distribution systems, including power generation, microgrids, and renewable energy integration.
Serving as the Engineer of Record (PE) for electrical discipline project submittals and technical reviews.
Supporting communication between the engineering team, design team, and program team members to assure quality of work and that consistent technical drawing/design packages are maintained.
Executing to schedule requirements while maintaining a high degree of quality in work product and meeting project goals.
Applying industry-standard design means and methods to produce construction-ready documentation.
Developing electrical sizing calculations of the overall electrical system, including equipment and cables.
Defining specifications and selection of all electrical equipment to meet performance criteria.
Integrating packaged equipment into the overall system design.
Supporting the development of detailed design drawings, including single line diagrams, load lists, Plans, Details, Wiring diagrams, Panel Schedules, and Fabrication Drawings.
Applying industry codes and standards (IBC, API, NEC, NFPA, ANSI/IEEE, etc.) to design engineering.
Evaluating, not performing, ETAP or SKM third-party risk assessments and studies, including short circuit, coordination, and arc flash hazard analyses.