EPC Substation Engineer

Leidos

96d • $67,600 - $122,200

About The Position

Leidos Engineering has an opportunity for a Substation Engineer to join our fast-paced and dynamic EPC Solutions organization. As a valued team member, you 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 opportunities, including: Project Management Professional (PMP) Formal Mentorship programs Developmental Leadership training Technical Upskilling Opportunities Management opportunities. As a Substation Engineer (EPC), you can expect to: Perform Physical Electrical, Protection and Control, SCADA Systems, Station Communications and Station Automation design on small to medium sized utility substation engineering projects with medium complexity. Perform medium to advanced complexity engineering calculations to support engineering design. Read and design substation physical drawings such as operation one-line drawings, electrical plan and section drawings, foundation layouts, grounding layouts and details, Conduit layouts and details. Assist senior engineers with engineering studies. Prepare project deliverables including but not limited to engineered drawings, technical reports, project-related correspondence and miscellaneous project documentation. Collaborate with other engineering disciplines as required. Should be able to assess the impacts of design changes on other disciplines to pick the best solution. Perform Quality Control reviews on smaller projects. Prepare portions of smaller proposals under the direction of project engineers. Provide drawing counts and manhour estimates for small to medium sized projects. Assist the team with the development of processes and procedures to improve project execution efficiency. Maintain accurate records and files and a high level of organization. Take opportunities to improve technical knowledge and understanding of the work. Develop and provide moderate complexity technical presentations to the team to assist with training and staff development. Assist project engineer with project-related technical support to field personnel during construction. Support Leidos’ goals and represent the company positively and professionally.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in an Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university (Electrical preferred)
• 2+ years of prior relevant experience in utility substation design with a B.S. degree OR 1+ years of prior relevant experience in utility substation design with a M.S. degree
• Familiarity with electric infrastructure and the theories and principles involved in substation engineering.
• Experience with engineering programs and software (including SKM, ASPEN, ETAP, CDEGS, or vendor software).
• Competency in applying basic theories and principals involved in substation engineering.
• Experience with Engineering, Procurement & Construction turnkey projects for electric utilities is strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Bentley ProjectWise data management system.
• Engineer In Training (EIT)
• Understanding of the function and application of major substation electrical and control house equipment.
• Understanding of the importance of quality and quality control in power/consulting industry.
• Ability to meet deadlines under high pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform Physical Electrical, Protection and Control, SCADA Systems, Station Communications and Station Automation design on small to medium sized utility substation engineering projects with medium complexity.
• Perform medium to advanced complexity engineering calculations to support engineering design.
• Read and design substation physical drawings such as operation one-line drawings, electrical plan and section drawings, foundation layouts, grounding layouts and details, Conduit layouts and details.
• Assist senior engineers with engineering studies.
• Prepare project deliverables including but not limited to engineered drawings, technical reports, project-related correspondence and miscellaneous project documentation.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines as required.
• Assess the impacts of design changes on other disciplines to pick the best solution.
• Perform Quality Control reviews on smaller projects.
• Prepare portions of smaller proposals under the direction of project engineers.
• Provide drawing counts and manhour estimates for small to medium sized projects.
• Assist the team with the development of processes and procedures to improve project execution efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records and files and a high level of organization.
• Take opportunities to improve technical knowledge and understanding of the work.
• Develop and provide moderate complexity technical presentations to the team to assist with training and staff development.
• Assist project engineer with project-related technical support to field personnel during construction.
• Support Leidos’ goals and represent the company positively and professionally.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees