Associate Substation Engineer — Power Delivery

Leidos; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Associate Substation Engineer to join our Commercial Energy Services Power Delivery team in Portland, OR. You will assist with substation design, protection, SCADA, and automation under supervision of a licensed PE, developing independence and technical expertise. You will contribute to project deliverables, collaborate across disciplines, and support quality-focused engineering work in a dynamic utility environment.

A B.S. or M.S.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 0 - 2+ years of prior relevant experience in utility substation engineering with a B.S. degree.
• 0 - 1+ years of prior relevant experience in utility substation engineering with a M.S. degree.
• Understanding of the utility grid and basic electric power principles.
• Strong emphasis on quality and deliverables.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with Physical Electrical, Protection and Control, SCADA Systems, Station Communications and Station Automation 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 engineered drawings, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with other substation engineering disciplines as required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Proactive communication

Computer and internet skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

Leidos is seeking an Associate Substation Engineer to join our Commercial Energy Services Power Delivery team in Portland, OR. You will assist with substation design, protection, SCADA, and automation under supervision of a licensed PE, developing independence and technical expertise. You will contribute to project deliverables, collaborate across disciplines, and support quality-focused engineering work in a dynamic utility environment.

A B.S. or M.S.