Lead Substation Protection & Controls Engineer (Remote)

Leidos Inc; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 107,900 - 195,050; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Lead Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to own complex P&C designs for 12–500 kV systems, applying advanced relay logic to protect the grid and enable renewable integration. If you crave high‑voltage challenges and visible impact, this is your next step.

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in Raleigh, NC; or Remote within 100 miles of Raleigh with travel to sites as needed. You will lead a design team, produce relay one-lines, AC/DC schematics, BOMs and work through scoping,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 8+ years of substation protection and control design experience.
• Experience leading and executing substation protection and control projects.
• Ability to communicate clearly with internal teams and clients to support project needs.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support delivery of substation protection and control design projects.
• Create relay oneline diagrams defining protection zones and topology.
• Develop AC schematics capturing current, voltage, and device relationships.
• Produce DC control and protection schematics for safe operation.
• Design control panels, wiring diagrams, and layouts for constructability.
• Build accurate BOMs aligned with project criteria and client requirements.
• Perform QC checks on wiring and schematics for accuracy and safety.
• Contribute from scoping through energization support.
• Provide technical guidance during installation, testing and commissioning.
• Apply NEC/NESC requirements and interpret utility standards.

Skills

Substation protection design

Project leadership

Client communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Relay protection software

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Lead Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to own complex P&C designs for 12–500 kV systems, applying advanced relay logic to protect the grid and enable renewable integration. If you crave high‑voltage challenges and visible impact, this is your next step.

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in Raleigh, NC; or Remote within 100 miles of Raleigh with travel to sites as needed. You will lead a design team, produce relay one-lines, AC/DC schematics, BOMs and work through scoping,