Substation Protection and Controls Engineer
About The Position
Leidos is seeking a Substation Protection & Control Engineer to join its team in the Orlando, Florida office. The engineer will design substation 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 provides exposure to how power generation, including renewable energy, connects to the electric system. The position follows a hybrid schedule of three days per week in the Orlando office and two days remotely. The engineer will support projects from scoping through final design and construction, collaborate with designers and drafters, and may travel to project and client sites. The role may be filled at mid, senior, or lead level, with qualifications varying by level. Leidos offers opportunities for professional growth, including support for Professional Engineer licensure, Project Management Professional development, technical and non-technical training, leadership pathways, and mentoring and coaching. The team works with utility clients nationwide and on projects across distribution and transmission voltages, including electrical power calculations and coordination with substation, telecommunications, and civil/structural disciplines.
Requirements
- For mid-level: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related degree, plus at least two years of substation protection and control design or testing/commissioning experience.
- For senior/lead level: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related degree, plus 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 independently and as part of a team.
- 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.
- 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.
- Travel to project and client sites as needed.
- 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.
- Coordinate and interact with other disciplines, including substation, telecommunications, and civil/structural teams.
- Perform electrical power calculations.
Benefits
- Professional Engineer licensure support.
- 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.
- Project management training and assistance obtaining pertinent 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
