Substation Protection and Controls Engineer

Leidos; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to design projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12 kV to 500 kV in Framingham, MA. Candidates should have at least four years of experience in substation protection control design and be able to communicate effectively with teams and clients. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and includes competitive benefits. Pay range is $87,100 - $157,450 annually.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of substation protection control design experience.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with the team and clients.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Relay one line design for projects.
• Develop bill of materials based on design criteria.
• Complete project lifecycle support from scoping to implementation.

Skills

Substation protection control design

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to design substation protection and control projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12 kV to 500 kV. This role requires knowledge of digital logic design, AC and DC circuits, and the ability to develop electrical projects that integrate renewable energy into the electric system.

Hybrid Schedule

Candidates must live in the Framingham, MA client‑servicing territory covering MA, CT, NH, RI. 1–4 days per week in the office with remote work on other days. Expect in‑person connection, networking events, continuous development, and flexibility.

Career Development Opportunities

• 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

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
• Quality Control Checks on Wiring Design
• Complete Project Lifecycle Support from Scoping to Final Design and Implementation
• Construction Support
• Apply the Minimum Requirements of the National Electrical Safety Code to the Design Processes
• Work with Client Standards to Implement Design
• Work with a Designer/Drafter to Create the Required Drawings for Each Project

Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits

Competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

Pay Range

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 are considered in extending an offer including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, bargaining agreements, and applicable law.

Original Posting

April 29, 2026

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.