Hybrid Substation Physical Engineer – Design & Projects

Leidos; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Networking events

Continuous development training

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Leidos in Houston is seeking a Substation Physical Engineer to join our Power Delivery team. You will apply knowledge of digital logic, AC/DC circuits to design substation projects up to 500 kV, reading drawings and developing BOMs.

Travel to client sites is expected; a hybrid schedule is offered to balance collaboration and focused work. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and willingness to travel are essential, with PE licensure support and growth opportunities within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with 2+ years of related substation physical design experience.
• Senior/Lead level requires 6+ years of related substation physical design experience.
• Experience with grounding studies, lightning protection and lighting studies.

Responsibilities

• Execute substation physical design projects with quality and on schedule.
• Read and design substation drawings (one-line, three-line, plan-section, grounding, foundation).
• Create and check bill of materials for substation physical design.
• Attend site visits at customer locations.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients to meet project needs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Substation design

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Travel willingness

Grounding studies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

WinIGS

CDEGS

Job description

Leidos in Houston is seeking a Substation Physical Engineer to join our Power Delivery team. You will apply knowledge of digital logic, AC/DC circuits to design substation projects up to 500 kV, reading drawings and developing BOMs.

Travel to client sites is expected; a hybrid schedule is offered to balance collaboration and focused work. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and willingness to travel are essential, with PE licensure support and growth opportunities within a