REMOTE - Arc Flash Electrical Engineer

Leidos; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking an Arc Flash Electrical Engineer to support utility customers across the U.S. This role involves providing engineering support and conducting arc flash studies. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree, possess relevant experience, and exhibit strong communication skills while working in a dynamic environment that offers career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive compensation

Strong work/life balance

Mentoring and project management training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 4+ years for mid-level, 8+ years for senior-level experience in Arc Flash.
• PE or ability to obtain highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for electrical/power systems.
• Conduct arc flash studies of varying size and complexity.
• Oversee field data collection for power systems modeling.

Skills

Arc Flash Hazard Analysis

Electrical Engineering Principles

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Arc Flash software (Cyme, Synergi, WindMil, ETAP)

Job description

Leidos is seeking an Arc Flash Electrical Engineer to support our Utility customers across the country. In this role you will be expected to provide engineering support for new and existing electrical/power systems, and conduct and/or provide oversight for arc flash studies of varying size and complexity.

At Leidos, we take care of our employees. We seek the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform planning and evaluation of new and existing electrical / power systems across a wide range of facilities and associated equipment
• Perform studies for power systems modeling, power flow, short circuit, protection devices coordination, arc flash, and related engineering tasks for medium and low voltage power distribution (35 kV and less)
• Oversee field data collection efforts for lower voltage facilities and build engineering models for the purpose of performing arc flash analysis

To be considered for the following levels:

• Mid Level: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required with a minimum of four (4) + years of relevant Arc Flash Electrical Engineering experience either with an electric utility or with an electric utility consulting company
• Senior Level: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required with a minimum of eight (8) + years of relevant Arc Flash Electrical Engineering experience either with an electric utility or with an electric utility consulting company

Primary Requirements

• PE or ability to obtain professional license is highly preferred
• Experience in conducting Arc Flash Hazard Analysis using NFPA 70E and IEEE standards.
• Ability to use Arc Flash software, such as Cyme, Synergi, WindMil, or ETAP (will also accept other related software), to produce analysis reports and conduct report reviews.
• Must have conducted Arc Flash Analysis (from conception to execution) and provided direct supervisory oversight of the project.
• Must possess experience in the most current electrical engineering principles and practices.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of NFPA 70E and applicable OSHA standards, working knowledge of the NEC, and demonstrated working experience on or around energized equipment in an industrial setting including proper PPE in order to ensure a safe work environment and personnel safety.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills to be used in responding to electrical safety questions and performing program presentations.
• Working knowledge and proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office applications to include: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office and MS Power Point

Work Location: All candidates located in the U.S. will be considered.

Leidos Engineering is a trusted and future-focused solutions provider. Utilities consistently come to Leidos for reliable power expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities and more than 160 municipals/cooperatives across the country as well as a growing number of local utility providers and private developers. Our project portfolio includes large energy projects for electric utilities, power generation owners, and industrial clients. In addition, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful energy delivery solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within: the Top 10 T&D Firms, Top 10 Program Management Firms, and Top 20 Power Firms.

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Original Posting: May 30, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

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.