Emerging Substation Protection & Controls Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos in Framingham, MA is seeking an Associate Substation Protection and Controls Engineer to join the Power Delivery division. You will work under a licensed PE and gain hands-on experience in substation design, protection, and control for utility projects nationwide.

The role emphasizes quality deliverables, teamwork, and continual learning as you support project teams, produce drawings and reports, and improve engineering processes in a fast-paced consulting environment.

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Substation design

Protection & Control

Quality awareness

Team player

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leidos in Framingham, MA is seeking an Associate Substation Protection and Controls Engineer to join the Power Delivery division. You will work under a licensed PE and gain hands-on experience in substation design, protection, and control for utility projects nationwide.

The role emphasizes quality deliverables, teamwork, and continual learning as you support project teams, produce drawings and reports, and improve engineering processes in a fast-paced consulting environment.