Substation Protection and Controls Engineer
About The Position
Leidos is hiring a Substation Protection and Controls Engineer for its Orlando, Florida office. The role designs substation protection and control projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12 kV to 500 kV, including projects connected to power generation such as renewable energy. Engineers use digital logic design and knowledge of AC and DC circuits to develop electrical designs. The position works with utility clients nationwide and involves projects ranging from distribution to transmission voltages, electrical power calculations, and coordination with substation, telecommunications, and civil/structural disciplines. The position follows a hybrid schedule of three days per week in the Orlando office and two days remote. It supports projects from scoping through final design and construction, with opportunities to work with local clients and travel to project and client sites. Leidos offers professional growth through PE licensure support, PMP development, technical and non-technical training, leadership pathways, mentorship, and coaching. The role may include leading substation protection and control design project delivery.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related degree.
- For mid-level: at least two years of substation protection and control design or testing/commissioning experience.
- For senior/lead level: at least six years of substation protection and control design or testing/commissioning experience.
- Strong communication skills with internal teams and clients.
- Detail-oriented problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work well both on a team and independently.
- Strong computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a Department of Energy background check.
- Engineer Intern (EI) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Master’s degree in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Design relay one-lines, three-line AC schematics, and DC protection schematics.
- Create panel layouts and wiring diagrams.
- Develop bills of materials.
- Perform quality-control checks on wiring designs.
- Support projects from scoping through final design and construction.
- Apply NESC requirements and client standards to each design.
- Work with a designer or drafter to produce project drawings.
- Lead delivery of substation protection and control design projects, ensuring technical excellence and on-time performance.
- Interface with local clients and partner with utility clients nationwide.
- Perform electrical power calculations and coordinate with other disciplines, including substation, telecommunications, and civil/structural teams.
- Travel to project and client sites as needed.
Benefits
- Support for obtaining Professional Engineer licensure.
- Project Management Professional development.
- Technical and non-technical training.
- Leadership pathways and opportunities to take on greater responsibility.
- Mentorship and coaching from experienced engineers and managers.
- Career advancement and growth opportunities.
- Assistance obtaining relevant certifications.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- A culture that recognizes the importance of work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
