Associate Substation Protection and Controls Engineer

Leidos Inc; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Associate Substation Protection and Controls Engineer in Framingham, MA. You will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer and develop skills in substation engineering while gaining increasing independence.

Join a dynamic team within our Power Delivery division and contribute to challenging projects for utility clients nationwide, delivering high-quality protection and control designs and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university.
• Good understanding of electric power generation, transmission and distribution.
• Keen focus on quality and deliverables; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with Protection and Control design on utility substation projects.
• Perform basic engineering calculations to support design.
• Follow the established Quality Control Plan while completing assignments.
• Assist with the preparation of project deliverables including drawings, reports and correspondence.
• Collaborate with other substation engineering disciplines as required.
• Assist with developing processes to improve project execution efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records and files with a high level of organization.
• Seek opportunities to improve technical knowledge and understanding of the work.
• Support Leidos' goals and represent the company professionally.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Power systems concepts

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Windows-based software

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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 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
• Basic understanding of the utility grid (power generation, transmission and distribution) system
• Solid understanding of the basic principles of electric power
• Keen focus of quality and an appreciation for high quality deliverables
• Strong attention to details
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles
• Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations
• Ability to meet deadlines under high pressure situations
• Team 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 backgrounds
• Ability to multitask on assignments while maintaining schedule
• Proactive communication with strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• High level of computer and internet competency
• Proficiency with using Windows-based software programs

Desired Qualifications

• Major emphasis in Power Systems Design and Engineering
• Received a passing grade on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam
• Prior relevant experience in electric power engineering
• Active membership in national engineering societies (IEEE, PES, etc.)

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Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

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.