Substation Physical Engineer

Leidos; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Flexible work hours

Networking events

Continuous training programs

Job summary

Leidos seeks a Substation Physical Engineer in Framingham, MA, to work on electric utility projects. The role involves designing substation electrical projects, executing physical design, and collaborating with teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in electrical engineering and 4+ years of experience. The position offers a hybrid schedule, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes employee growth.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related substation physical design experience.
• Experience with grounding studies/lightning protection.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute substation physical projects.
• Perform quality control checks on designs.
• Attend site visits at customer locations.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related degree

Tools

CAD software

WinIGS or CDEGS

Job description

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

We are looking for a Substation Physical Engineer to join our team. As a Career Substation Physical Engineer, candidates will have the opportunity to work on projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12kV up to 500kV. This is an exciting and growing field in the power systems industry and allows candidates to get exposure to how the power generation such as that of renewable energy ties into the electric system. Candidates will be expected to use knowledge of digital logic design, AC and DC circuits to design substation electrical projects.

HYBRID SCHEDULE: Candidates must live in Framingham, MA office's client servicing territory: MA, CT, NH, RI. (1 - 4 days in office.)

• 1–4 Days of In-Person Connection: Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients by being in the office or on-site. It’s the perfect way to strengthen collaboration and ensure seamless communication.

• Networking Events: Expand your horizons and make valuable connections at industry-leading events. You’ll be in the right rooms, with the right people, at the right time.

• Continuous Development: Stay at the forefront of innovation by participating in top-tier training programs and conferences. Personal growth isn’t optional here; it’s part of the package.

• The Best of Both Worlds: With the flexibility to work remotely on other days, you’ll have the freedom to focus, recharge, and bring your A-game to every opportunity.

Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth including:

• Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT).

• Professional Engineer License (PE).

• Project Management Professional (PMP).

• Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities.

• Leadership Opportunities.

• Mentorship & Training Opportunities.

• Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team

Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!

The Challenge:

• Experience in executing substation physical projects

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.

• Performing quality control checks on substation physical design projects.

• Expected to read and design substation physical drawings such as one-line drawings, three-line drawings, plan-section drawings, foundation, grounding drawings.

• Create and check bill of materials for substation physical

• Expected to attend site visit at customer location

Successful candidates must comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget. This position will be a member of a design team comprised of engineers, designers, and CAD technicians and will work with client standards to implement design.

What Sets You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with four (4+) or more years of related substation physical design experience.

• Experience with grounding studies/lightning protection and lighting studies.

• Demonstrate Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.

• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure situations.

• Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in team environment.

• Self-starter who works independently with minimal direction.

• Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent environments.

• High level of computer competency.

• Willingness to travel to project and/or client sites.

You Might Also Have

• Engineer Intern (“EI” or “EIT”) professional certification.

• Professional Engineer (“PE”) License.

• Working knowledge of protection and control design

• Experience with bus calculation

• Experience with WinIGS or CDEGS

• Master’s degree in related field.

What We Do

Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise. Our work includes over 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipal/cooperatives, and a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. We collaborate with industry-leading construction partners to deliver meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our ranking by Engineering News-Record (ENR) places Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms. To learn more, visit the Leidos website.

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks 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.

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If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.