Substation Protection and Controls Engineer
About The Position
Leidos is hiring a Substation Protection and Controls Engineer for its Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office. The role designs protection and control projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12 kV to 500 kV, applying knowledge of digital logic design and AC and DC circuits. The work can provide exposure to how power generation, including renewable energy, connects to the electric system. Hybrid or remote work options are available for candidates located in Pittsburgh or within the client servicing territory of Pennsylvania, West Virginia, or Ohio. The engineer supports substation projects from scoping through final design and construction, works with designers and drafters to produce drawings, and applies NESC requirements and client standards. The position includes interaction with local and nationwide utility clients and other disciplines, including substation, telecom, and civil structural teams. Leidos offers career development opportunities such as PE licensure support, PMP development, training, mentorship, and leadership pathways.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related degree.
- At least two years of substation protection and control design or testing and commissioning experience.
- Ability to read and design protection and control drawings, including one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Strong communication skills with internal teams and clients.
- Detail-oriented problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work well on a team and independently.
- Strong computer skills.
- Willingness to travel to project and client sites.
Nice To Haves
- U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a DOE background check.
- Engineer Intern (EI or EIT) professional certification.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience performing quality control checks on small substation protection and control design projects.
- Experience working with CAD tools.
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Field testing or commissioning experience.
Responsibilities
- Design relay one-lines, three-line AC schematics, and DC protection schematics.
- Create panel layouts and wiring diagrams.
- Develop bills of material.
- 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.
- Interface with local clients and partner with utility clients nationwide.
Benefits
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure support.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) 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, growth opportunities, and project management training.
- Assistance obtaining pertinent certifications.
- Welcoming culture that recognizes work/life balance.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
