Facilities Electrical Engineer

Leidos is seeking a motivated Facilities Electrical Engineer to support mission-critical operations in secure government facilities in Chantilly, VA. Join our dynamic team to design, analyze, and implement electrical power systems essential for national operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Determine design and layout of medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems.
• Create and update single-line diagrams, protection/control schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Participate in field inspections, functional testing, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with civil, mechanical, systems, and vendor teams for integrated solutions.
• Evaluate and specify components like transformers, switchgear, and UPS systems.
• Contribute to documentation, reports, and maintenance policies.
• Support studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and grounding analysis.
• Gain exposure to SCADA, substation design, and renewable energy integration.
• Use AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and Microsoft Office for design and documentation.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related with 4+ years, or Master’s with <2 years (experience may substitute).
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Understanding of electrical principles, power distribution, lighting, controls.
• Familiarity with NEC codes; proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Strong communication and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active clearance, ideally TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• EIT/PE certification; SCADA/substation/renewables experience.
• Project management, reactive maintenance, industrial controls (PLCs).

This role offers clearance sponsorship, sign-on incentives, and growth in a fast-paced environment. Ideal for early-career engineers powering national security. Pay Range: $87,100 - $157,450. Original posting: January 12, 2026.