Substation Protection & Control Engineer — Hybrid & Growth

Leidos; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

In-person 2-3 days

Networking events

Continuous development

Remote work days

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Substation Protection & Control Engineer to design protection and control projects for electric utilities from 12kV to 500kV. The role includes developing single-lines, schematics, and wiring designs, with exposure to how renewables connect to the grid.

The position offers a hybrid work model with 3 days in the Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, or Orlando offices, plus 2-3 in-person days to strengthen collaboration and client relations, and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Design substation protection and control systems for voltages from 12kV up to 500kV.
• Knowledge of digital logic design, AC and DC circuits used in substation projects.
• Experience with transmission and distribution studies and substation wiring designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and planning activities related to electric transmission, distribution, and substation facilities.
• Prepare single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring designs for substations.
• Coordinate with local and nationwide utility clients and project teams.

Skills

Protection & Control design

Digital logic design

AC/DC circuits

Substation engineering

Client interfacing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Substation Protection & Control Engineer to design protection and control projects for electric utilities from 12kV to 500kV. The role includes developing single-lines, schematics, and wiring designs, with exposure to how renewables connect to the grid.

The position offers a hybrid work model with 3 days in the Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, or Orlando offices, plus 2-3 in-person days to strengthen collaboration and client relations, and ongoing professional development