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Leidos

Substation Protection and Control Engineer

Leidos, Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States, 97458

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At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

We are looking for a

Substation Protection & Control Engineer

to join our team in our Portland, OR office. As a Protection & Control Engineer, candidates will design substation protection and control projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12 kV up to 500 kV. This field provides exposure to how renewable energy ties into the electric system. Candidates will use knowledge of digital logic design, AC and DC circuits to design substation electrical projects.

Flexible Work Options

Hybrid Schedule:

2–4 days a week in the Portland, OR office.

Remote Options:

Work from where you are; candidates must be located in the United States and willing to travel to office or client sites as needed.

Additional Offerings

Sign‑on Bonuses available!

Relocation Assistance available!

Career Development and Growth

Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)

Professional Engineer License (PE)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Technical & Non‑Technical Training Opportunities

Leadership Opportunities

Mentorship & Training Opportunities

Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team

In This Role, You Can Also Expect to Gain Experience In

Interfacing with Local Clients

Partnering with a Variety of Utility Clients Nationwide

Working with different types of projects ranging from distribution to transmission level voltages

Electrical Power Calculations

Interacting with Other Disciplines (Substation, Telecom, Civil Structural, etc.)

Responsibilities

Relay One Line Design

Three‑Line AC Schematic Design

DC Protection Schematic Design

Panel Layout and Wiring Design

Develop Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria

Quality Control Checks on Wiring Design

Complete Project Lifecycle Support from Scoping to Final Design and Implementation

Construction Support

Apply the Minimum Requirements of the National Electrical Safety Code to the Design Processes

Work with Client Standards to Implement Design

Work with a Designer/Drafter to Create the Required Drawings for Each Project

What Sets You Apart

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related degree with six (6+) or more years of Substation protection control design and/or field testing/commissioning experience.

Experience executing substation protection and control projects.

Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.

Ability to read and design substation protection and control drawings such as one‑line drawings, three‑line drawings, AC/DC schematic drawings and wiring design.

Ability to meet deadlines under pressure situations.

Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in a team environment.

Self‑starter who works independently with minimal direction.

Detail oriented.

Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent environments.

High level of computer competency.

Willingness to travel to project/client sites and Portland, OR office as needed.

You May Also Have

US Citizen and able to pass a DOE Background Check

Engineer Intern (“EI” or “EIT”) professional certification.

Professional Engineer (“PE”) License.

Experience performing quality control checks on small substation protection and control design projects.

Experience working on CAD tools.

Master’s degree in related field.

Field testing/commissioning experience.

Compensation Pay Range: $104,650.00 – $189,175.00. The pay range is a general guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered include responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, and applicable agreements.

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