Associate Substation Protection and Controls Engineer

Employer description

We are seeking an Associate Substation Protection and Controls Engineer who will work as a member of a dynamic team within our Power Delivery division: an established group of electric utility engineering consultants that solve challenging substation engineering problems for our utility clients Nation-wide.

The Associate Substation Protection and Controls Engineer will work under the direct supervision of an experienced licensed professional engineer and is expected to develop skills in the field of substation engineering and the ability to work with greater independence.

Responsibilities:

In this role the qualified individual will be expected to:

Assist project teams with Protection and Control design on utility substation engineering projects.Perform basic engineering calculations to support engineering design.Follow the established Quality Control Plan while completing assignments.Assist with the preparation of project deliverables including but not limited to engineered drawings, technical reports, project-related correspondence and miscellaneous project documentation.Collaborate with other substation engineering disciplines as required.Assist the team with the development of processes and procedures to improve project execution efficiency.Maintain accurate records and files and a high level of organization. Take opportunities to improve technical knowledge and understanding of the work.Support Leidos’ goals and represent the company positively and professionally.
Qualifications:

B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university0 – 2 +years of prior relevant experience in utility substation engineering with a B.S. degree0 – 1 + years of prior relevant experience in utility substation engineering with a M.S. degreeBasic understanding of the utility grid (power generation, transmission and distribution) systemSolid understanding of the basic principles of electric powerKeen focus of quality and an appreciation for high quality deliverablesStrong attention to detailsUnderstanding of basic engineering theories and principlesUnderstanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendationsAbility to meet deadlines under high pressure situationsTeam player who can work effectively in team environment with an ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgroundsAbility to multitask on assignments while maintaining scheduleProactive communication with strong written and oral communication skillsStrong organizational skillsHigh level of computer and internet competencyProficiency with using Windows-based software programs
Desired Qualifications:

Major emphasis in Power Systems Design and EngineeringReceived a passing grade on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) ExamPrior relevant experience in electric power engineeringActive membership in national engineering societies (IEEE, PES, etc.)If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:September 30, 2026

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

Pay Range:Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.