Substation Physical Engineer

Leidos Inc; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Professional development

Mentorship & training

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Leidos Inc. in Framingham, MA seeks a Substation Physical Engineer to join a design team of engineers, designers, and CAD technicians. You will support projects from concept through construction, reading and producing substation drawings and overseeing material lists.

The role offers a hybrid schedule (1–4 days in-office) within the MA/CT/NH/RI region, with opportunities for training, mentorship, and leadership development, plus travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 4+ years of substation physical design experience.
• Experience reading/designing substation drawings (one-line, plan-section, grounding).
• Ability to travel to project/client sites as needed.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute substation physical design projects, ensuring quality and schedule.
• Read and design substation drawings and BOMs for projects.
• Attend site visits and coordinate with clients and internal teams.
• Perform quality control checks on designs and drawings.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independence / self-starter

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Engineer Intern (EI) / EIT certification

Tools

WinIGS

CDEGS

CAD software

Job description

Substation Physical Engineer

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.
• Networking Events: Expand your horizons and make valuable connections at industry‑leading events.
• Continuous Development: Stay at the forefront of innovation by participating in top‑tier training programs and conferences.
• 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.

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.

Pay Range

$87,100.00 – $157,450.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include 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.

Pay and Benefits

Competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement are included. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.