Senior Substation Civil/Structural Engineer – Remote

Construction Association of Michigan; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to join our team, a senior-level role combining technical leadership, client engagement, and mentorship. This position offers hybrid work locations with potential remote options for the right candidate and travel up to 25%.

We require a PE license, 8+ years in utility design, BS in Civil/Structural Engineering, and experience with major structural and geotechnical tools.

Qualifications

• Eight+ years of utility consulting, design engineering, and technical reviews.
• BS in Civil/Structural Engineering is required; MS in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MATHCAD.
• Experience with STAAD.Pro, RISA 3D, FAD Tools, SAFE, SAG10, and LPILE.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Strong analytical and technical writing abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork with client engagement.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality assurance for civil/structural components of substation projects, ensuring designs meet safety and performance standards.
• Lead design reviews across steel and concrete structures, foundations, geotechnical systems, rigid bus, containment, and site packages.
• Oversee bid and construction package development, maintaining alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Act as lead engineer on client projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring deliverables exceed expectations.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical growth and a collaborative team culture.
• Represent Leidos in client-facing engagements such as kick-off meetings, lunch-and-learns, and industry events.
• Conduct site visits to substation facilities, applying field insights to strengthen design and execution.
• Champion quality control and safe work practices, embedding compliance and reliability into every project.

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to join our team, a senior-level role combining technical leadership, client engagement, and mentorship. This position offers hybrid work locations with potential remote options for the right candidate and travel up to 25%.

We require a PE license, 8+ years in utility design, BS in Civil/Structural Engineering, and experience with major structural and geotechnical tools.