Substation Protection and Control Engineer - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Substation Protection and Control Engineer - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Substation Protection & Control Engineer
Make a real impact at Leidos, where innovative solutions drive customer success in the power systems industry. We're seeking a talented Substation Protection & Control Engineer for our Portland, OR team (hybrid or remote US options available). Design critical substation projects from 12kV to 500kV, integrating renewable energy into the grid using expertise in digital logic, AC/DC circuits.
Key Responsibilities
- Relay one-line, three-line AC schematic, and DC protection schematic design.
- Panel layout, wiring design, and bill of materials development.
- Quality control, full lifecycle support, and construction assistance.
- Apply NESC and client standards; collaborate across disciplines.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering + 6+ years in substation protection/control.
- Proven project execution and drawing design proficiency.
- Strong communication for client/team interactions.
Why Leidos?
Thrive in a dynamic environment with flexible schedules, sign-on/relocation bonuses, and growth paths to PE/PMP certifications, leadership, and mentorship. Gain exposure to nationwide utility clients, transmission/distribution projects, and interdisciplinary work. Remote-friendly for US residents with occasional travel.
Ready to advance your career? Apply today and power the future with Leidos.
Locations
- Portland, Oregon, United States (Remote)
Salary
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Substation protection and control designintermediate
- Relay one-line designintermediate
- AC and DC schematic designintermediate
- Panel layout and wiring designintermediate
- Bill of Materials developmentintermediate
- National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) applicationintermediate
- Digital logic designintermediate
- Electrical power calculationsintermediate
- CAD and drafting coordinationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (experience)
- 6+ years of substation protection control design and/or field testing/commissioning experience (experience)
- Experience executing substation protection and control projects (experience)
- Proficiency in reading and designing substation drawings (one-line, three-line, AC/DC schematics, wiring) (experience)
- Excellent communication skills for team and client interactions (experience)
Responsibilities
- Design relay one-line, three-line AC schematics, and DC protection schematics
- Develop panel layouts, wiring designs, and bills of materials
- Perform quality control checks on wiring designs
- Provide full project lifecycle support from scoping to implementation and construction support
- Apply NESC requirements and client standards to designs
- Collaborate with designers/drafters to produce project drawings
- Conduct electrical power calculations and interface with other disciplines
Benefits
- general: Hybrid or fully remote work options (US-based with travel as needed)
- general: Sign-on bonuses available
- general: Relocation assistance available
- general: Career development support (EIT, PE, PMP certifications)
- general: Technical and non-technical training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities
- general: Flexible work hours and fast-paced, diverse environment
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Substation Protection and Control Engineer - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Substation Protection and Control Engineer - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Substation Protection & Control Engineer
Make a real impact at Leidos, where innovative solutions drive customer success in the power systems industry. We're seeking a talented Substation Protection & Control Engineer for our Portland, OR team (hybrid or remote US options available). Design critical substation projects from 12kV to 500kV, integrating renewable energy into the grid using expertise in digital logic, AC/DC circuits.
Key Responsibilities
- Relay one-line, three-line AC schematic, and DC protection schematic design.
- Panel layout, wiring design, and bill of materials development.
- Quality control, full lifecycle support, and construction assistance.
- Apply NESC and client standards; collaborate across disciplines.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering + 6+ years in substation protection/control.
- Proven project execution and drawing design proficiency.
- Strong communication for client/team interactions.
Why Leidos?
Thrive in a dynamic environment with flexible schedules, sign-on/relocation bonuses, and growth paths to PE/PMP certifications, leadership, and mentorship. Gain exposure to nationwide utility clients, transmission/distribution projects, and interdisciplinary work. Remote-friendly for US residents with occasional travel.
Ready to advance your career? Apply today and power the future with Leidos.
Locations
- Portland, Oregon, United States (Remote)
Salary
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Substation protection and control designintermediate
- Relay one-line designintermediate
- AC and DC schematic designintermediate
- Panel layout and wiring designintermediate
- Bill of Materials developmentintermediate
- National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) applicationintermediate
- Digital logic designintermediate
- Electrical power calculationsintermediate
- CAD and drafting coordinationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (experience)
- 6+ years of substation protection control design and/or field testing/commissioning experience (experience)
- Experience executing substation protection and control projects (experience)
- Proficiency in reading and designing substation drawings (one-line, three-line, AC/DC schematics, wiring) (experience)
- Excellent communication skills for team and client interactions (experience)
Responsibilities
- Design relay one-line, three-line AC schematics, and DC protection schematics
- Develop panel layouts, wiring designs, and bills of materials
- Perform quality control checks on wiring designs
- Provide full project lifecycle support from scoping to implementation and construction support
- Apply NESC requirements and client standards to designs
- Collaborate with designers/drafters to produce project drawings
- Conduct electrical power calculations and interface with other disciplines
Benefits
- general: Hybrid or fully remote work options (US-based with travel as needed)
- general: Sign-on bonuses available
- general: Relocation assistance available
- general: Career development support (EIT, PE, PMP certifications)
- general: Technical and non-technical training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities
- general: Flexible work hours and fast-paced, diverse environment
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Substation Protection and Control Engineer - Careers at Leidos @ Leidos.
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