Lead Substation Protection and Control Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead and support delivery of substation protection and control design projects, maintaining technical excellence and on-time performance.
• Create and refine relay one-line diagrams that define protection zones and system topology.
• Develop detailed AC schematics showing current, voltage, and protection device relationships.
• Produce DC control and protection schematics to support safe, reliable substation equipment operation.
• Design control panels, wiring diagrams, and physical layouts for efficient construction and long-term maintainability.
• Build accurate BOMs aligned with project criteria, equipment standards, and client requirements.
• Perform rigorous QC checks on wiring and schematic designs to ensure accuracy, safety, and constructability.
• Contribute across the full lifecycle: early scoping, final design, implementation, and energization support.
• Provide technical guidance during installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Apply National Electrical Safety Code requirements for safe and compliant designs.
• Interpret and implement utility-specific standards across all design deliverables.
• Partner with design staff to produce complete, accurate drawing packages for each project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or related degree) with 8+ years of substation protection control design experience.
• Experience leading and executing substation protection and control projects.
• Clear, professional communication with internal teams and clients to support project needs.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and stay organized in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills, with leadership ability when needed.
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical skills and a record of solving engineering challenges independently and collaboratively.
• High level of computer competency and comfort working with engineering tools and software.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement

Professional and Career Development / Growth Opportunities

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure support
• Project Management Professional (PMP) development
• Technical and non-technical training designed to sharpen expertise
• Leadership pathways to take on greater responsibility
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced engineers and managers
• Opportunity to lead, grow, and inspire a dynamic, high-performing team

Preferred additions (you might also have): Engineer Intern (EI or EIT) certification, Professional Engineer (PE) license, Master’s degree in related field, and field testing or commissioning experience.

Additional employment conditions: Candidates must comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget. This role is part of a design team of engineers, designers, and CAD technicians, working with client standards to implement design.

Posting date: September 25, 2026

U.S. positions note: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days, with an anticipated close date no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date.

Pay range: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00