Leidos
Overview
Description Leidos is seeking a Substation Physical Engineer to join our team. The role involves working on projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12kV up to 500kV. The position provides exposure to how power generation, including renewable energy, ties into the electric system. Candidates will apply knowledge of digital logic design and AC/DC circuits to design substation electrical projects. The successful candidate will comply with quality control and safe work practices and align with project scope, schedule, and budget. The design team includes engineers, designers, and CAD technicians and will work with client standards to implement designs. The position has a hybrid schedule (3 days a week in Orlando, FL). The environment is fast-paced and diverse, with opportunities for career development and growth including training, leadership opportunities, mentorship, and the opportunity to lead and inspire a dynamic team. Responsibilities
Experience in executing substation physical projects. Excellent communication skills to interact with internal teams and clients to meet project needs. Perform quality control checks on substation physical design projects. Read and design substation physical drawings such as one-line, three-line, plan-section drawings, foundation, and grounding drawings. Create and check bill of materials for substation physical design. Attend site visits at customer locations. What Sets You Apart
Mid-level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related degree with 2+ years of related substation physical design experience. Senior-Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related degree with 4+ years of related substation physical design experience. Lead-Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related degree with 8+ years of related substation physical design experience. Experience with grounding studies/lightning protection and lighting studies. Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with internal teams and clients to meet project needs. Ability to meet deadlines under pressure. Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in a team environment. Self-starter who works independently with minimal direction. Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent environments. High level of computer competency. Willingness to travel to project and/or client sites. You Might Also Have
Engineer Intern (EI) or EIT professional certification. Professional Engineer (PE) License. Working knowledge of protection and control design. Experience with bus calculation. Experience with WinIGS or CDEGS. Master’s degree in related field. What We Do
Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise. Our work includes services for more than 50 investor-owned utilities and more than 160 municipalities and cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers, and private developers. Leidos is recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR) among Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms. For more information, see the company information here. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. We take care of our employees. Leidos invests in you with career advancement, growth opportunities, and continuous improvement through mentoring, project management training, and assistance with certifications. We encourage a welcoming culture that supports work/life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. We value diversity and inclusion and the opportunity to make a difference. PowerDelivery PDSSUBSTATION "If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling." We are not hiring followers; we recruit those who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Original Posting
Posting date: September 25, 2025 Pay Range
Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00
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Description Leidos is seeking a Substation Physical Engineer to join our team. The role involves working on projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12kV up to 500kV. The position provides exposure to how power generation, including renewable energy, ties into the electric system. Candidates will apply knowledge of digital logic design and AC/DC circuits to design substation electrical projects. The successful candidate will comply with quality control and safe work practices and align with project scope, schedule, and budget. The design team includes engineers, designers, and CAD technicians and will work with client standards to implement designs. The position has a hybrid schedule (3 days a week in Orlando, FL). The environment is fast-paced and diverse, with opportunities for career development and growth including training, leadership opportunities, mentorship, and the opportunity to lead and inspire a dynamic team. Responsibilities
Experience in executing substation physical projects. Excellent communication skills to interact with internal teams and clients to meet project needs. Perform quality control checks on substation physical design projects. Read and design substation physical drawings such as one-line, three-line, plan-section drawings, foundation, and grounding drawings. Create and check bill of materials for substation physical design. Attend site visits at customer locations. What Sets You Apart
Mid-level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related degree with 2+ years of related substation physical design experience. Senior-Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related degree with 4+ years of related substation physical design experience. Lead-Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related degree with 8+ years of related substation physical design experience. Experience with grounding studies/lightning protection and lighting studies. Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with internal teams and clients to meet project needs. Ability to meet deadlines under pressure. Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in a team environment. Self-starter who works independently with minimal direction. Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent environments. High level of computer competency. Willingness to travel to project and/or client sites. You Might Also Have
Engineer Intern (EI) or EIT professional certification. Professional Engineer (PE) License. Working knowledge of protection and control design. Experience with bus calculation. Experience with WinIGS or CDEGS. Master’s degree in related field. What We Do
Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise. Our work includes services for more than 50 investor-owned utilities and more than 160 municipalities and cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers, and private developers. Leidos is recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR) among Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms. For more information, see the company information here. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. We take care of our employees. Leidos invests in you with career advancement, growth opportunities, and continuous improvement through mentoring, project management training, and assistance with certifications. We encourage a welcoming culture that supports work/life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. We value diversity and inclusion and the opportunity to make a difference. PowerDelivery PDSSUBSTATION "If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling." We are not hiring followers; we recruit those who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Original Posting
Posting date: September 25, 2025 Pay Range
Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00
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