Substation Protection and Controls Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness programs

Income protection

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to design protection and control projects for electric utilities, spanning 12kV to 500kV. You’ll work on digital logic, AC/DC circuits, and interface with renewable energy and the electric system.

The role is hybrid with 1–4 days in office from Framingham, MA, and travel to project or client sites as needed. Strong CAD and design skills, plus team leadership, are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with 4+ years of substation protection/control design and/or field testing/commissioning experience.
• Experience executing substation protection and control projects.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with internal team and clients.
• Ability to read and design substation protection and control drawings including one-line, three-line, AC/DC schematic, and wiring designs.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal direction.
• Strong analytical skills and proven problem-solving ability in team and independent settings.
• High level of computer competency.
• Willingness to travel to project or client sites.

Responsibilities

• Relay one-line design
• Three-line AC schematic design
• DC protection schematic design
• Panel layout and wiring design
• Develop bill of materials based on design criteria
• Perform quality control checks on wiring design
• Provide complete project lifecycle support from scoping to final design and implementation
• Construction support
• Apply national electrical safety code minimum requirements to design processes
• Implement client standards in design
• Work with a designer/drafter to create required drawings for each project

Job description

Description

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Overview

Leidos is seeking a Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to design protection and control projects for electric utilities, ranging from 12kV to 500kV. Candidates will work on digital logic design, AC and DC circuits, substation electrical projects, and interface with renewable energy generation and the electric system.

Work Schedule

Hybrid Schedule: Live in the Framingham, MA office client‑servicing territory (MA, CT, NH, RI). 1‑4 days in office per week with remote work on the remaining days.

Responsibilities

• Relay one‑line design
• Three‑line AC schematic design
• DC protection schematic design
• Panel layout and wiring design
• Develop bill of materials based on design criteria
• Perform quality control checks on wiring design
• Provide complete project lifecycle support from scoping to final design and implementation
• Construction support
• Apply national electrical safety code minimum requirements to design processes
• Implement client standards in design
• Work with a designer/drafter to create required drawings for each project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field with 4+ years of substation protection/control design and/or field testing/commissioning experience
• Experience executing substation protection and control projects
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with internal team and clients
• Ability to read and design substation protection and control drawings including one‑line, three‑line, AC/DC schematic, and wiring designs
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in a team environment
• Self‑starter capable of working independently with minimal direction
• Strong analytical skills and proven problem‑solving ability in team and independent settings
• High level of computer competency
• Willingness to travel to project or client sites

What Sets You Apart

• Engineer Intern (EI) or Engineering in Training (EIT) certification
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience performing quality control checks on substation protection and control design projects
• Experience working on CAD tools
• Master’s degree in related field
• Field testing/commissioning experience

Career Development Opportunities

• Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
• Professional Engineer License (PE)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Technical and non‑technical training opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Mentorship and training opportunities
• Opportunity to lead, grow, and inspire a dynamic team

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans.

E‑EO Statement

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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Additional Information

Original Posting: April 29, 2026

Pay Range: $87,100.00 – $157,450.00 (general guideline only; final compensation determined by experience, education, and other factors).