Associate Planning Engineer

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Associate Planning Engineer to join its Energy & Systems Solutions team in the United States. You will provide transmission planning support under supervision, applying basic electrical engineering concepts and using industry tools.

This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with utilities, ISO/RTO planning, and collaboration with senior staff, with opportunities to travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required.
• 0–4 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of load flow, short circuit, and basic circuitry.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Solve simple, routine technical problems following established procedures and policies.
• Systems Analysis: Apply basic principles, theories, and concepts of electrical engineering to support transmission system planning and power system analysis.
• Tool Utilization: Utilize and develop proficiency in industry-standard analytical tools such as ETAP, SKM, CYME, Synergi, WindMil, PSS/E, PSLF, PowerGEM TARA, or ASPEN.
• Documentation: Assist in the technical writing of project findings and contribute to the preparation of basic analysis for project reports.
• Communication: Communicate with peers to explain facts, basic analysis, and engineering processes related to your work area.
• Professional Development: Learn to apply NERC reliability standards FERC regulatory policies, or IEEE standards to real-world infrastructure projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Tools

ETAP

SKM

CYME

Synergi

WindMil

PSS/E

PSLF

PowerGEM TARA

ASPEN

Job description

Description

Leidos offers its knowledge and expertise over a wide area of cutting-edge energy technologies and independent oversight, combined with proven business acumen. Building our work for publicly and privately owned utilities, financial institutions, and local governments, we provide our clients with business insight into all sectors of the infrastructure industry.

We are seeking an Associate Planning Engineer to join our dynamic Energy & Systems Solutions team. In this role, you will provide transmission planning consulting services as an entry-level engineer, working under the supervision of senior staff on projects for Municipal Utilities, Investor-Owned Utilities, and Regional Planning organizations (ISOs/RTOs). This position offers a foundational opportunity to develop technical expertise within the Leidos Planning practice.

Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Solve simple, routine technical problems following established procedures and policies.


• Systems Analysis: Apply basic principles, theories, and concepts of electrical engineering to support transmission system planning and power system analysis.


• Tool Utilization: Utilize and develop proficiency in industry-standard analytical tools such as ETAP, SKM, CYME, Synergi, WindMil, PSS/E, PSLF, PowerGEM TARA, or ASPEN.


• Documentation: Assist in the technical writing of project findings and contribute to the preparation of basic analysis for project reports.


• Communication: Communicate with peers to explain facts, basic analysis, and engineering processes related to your work area.


• Professional Development: Learn to apply NERC reliability standards FERC regulatory policies, or IEEE standards to real-world infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).


• Experience: Approximately 0 - 4 years of prior relevant experience preferred.


• Knowledge: Basic knowledge of and ability to apply principles, theories, and concepts of the electrical engineering domain (e.g., load flow, short circuit, and basic circuitry).


• Analytical Skills: Ability to solve routine technical problems in a team environment.


• Communication: Demonstrates solid oral and written communication skills for peer-to-peer collaboration.


• Travel: Willingness to travel to project and/or client sites as required for data collection or team meetings.

Original Posting

October 7, 2026

Pay Range

Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay And Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.