Substation Physical Engineer

Leidos

3d•$87,100 - $157,450

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a Substation Physical Engineer to deliver physical design projects for utility systems ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV. The role contributes to grid modernization and renewable generation interconnection by developing safe, reliable, and efficient substation physical layouts, including equipment arrangements, grounding, and structural components. The engineer works as part of a team of engineers, designers, and CAD technicians, applies client standards, and supports compliance with project scope, schedule, budget, quality controls, and safe work practices. The position includes collaboration with internal engineering groups and external clients, detailed design reviews, and travel to customer or project sites as needed. Leidos describes a fast-paced, diverse work environment with flexible work hours and work arrangements, and opportunities for career development, training, mentorship, certification support, and leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
At least 4 years of substation physical design experience; the senior-level option requires at least 8 years.
Experience performing grounding studies, lightning protection analysis, and lighting studies.
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, contribute to group success, and provide leadership when needed.
Self-starter able to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
Strong analytical abilities and a record of solving engineering challenges independently and collaboratively.
High computer competency and comfort working with engineering tools and software.
Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

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.
Master’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead and support delivery of substation physical design projects, ensuring technical excellence and on-time performance.
Coordinate with internal engineering groups and external clients to understand needs, align expectations, and deliver solutions that meet or exceed standards.
Perform QA/QC reviews of substation physical design packages for accuracy, constructability, and compliance.
Read, design, and review substation one-line and three-line diagrams, plan-and-section views, grounding layouts, and foundation designs.
Create and verify bills of materials for substation physical components.
Conduct site visits at customer locations to gather data, validate designs, and support project execution.
Comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget.
Work with engineers, designers, and CAD technicians and implement client standards in the design.