Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Construction Association of Michigan; Plymouth (MI); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to lead design and review activities for substation projects. This is a senior role combining technical leadership, client engagement, and mentoring of junior engineers in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least eight years in utility design, a PE license, and expertise with STAAD.Pro, RISA 3D, and AutoCAD/MicroStation. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight (8) years in utility consulting, design engineering, and technical reviews.
• BS in Civil/Structural Engineering required; MS preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Drive QA for civil/structural components of substation projects.
• Lead design reviews across steel and concrete structures, foundations, geotechnical systems, rigid bus, containment, and site packages.
• Oversee bid and construction package development, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule and budget.
• Act as lead engineer on client projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring deliverables exceed expectations.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
• Represent Leidos in client-facing engagements such as kick-offs and industry events.
• Conduct site visits to substation facilities to strengthen design and execution.
• Champion quality control and safe work practices, embedding compliance and reliability.

Skills

Strong analytical abilities

Technical writing

Client engagement

Education

BS in Civil/Structural Engineering

MS in Civil/Structural Eng (preferred)

Tools

STAAD.Pro

RISA 3D

FAD Tools

SAFE

SAG10

LPILE

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Leidos Engineering offers its knowledge and expertise over a wide area of cutting-edge energy technologies and independent oversight, combined with proven business acumen. Building our work for publicly- and privately-owned utilities, financial institutions and local governments, we are able to provide our clients with business insight into all sectors of the infrastructure industry.

We are seeking a Licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to join our team. This is a senior-level role that combines technical leadership, client engagement, and mentorship of junior engineers.

What You’ll Do

• Drive quality assurance for civil/structural components of substation projects, ensuring designs meet safety and performance standards.
• Lead design reviews across steel and concrete structures, foundations, geotechnical systems, rigid bus, containment, and site packages.
• Oversee bid and construction package development, maintaining alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Act as lead engineer on client projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring deliverables exceed expectations.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical growth and a collaborative team culture.
• Represent Leidos in client-facing engagements such as kick-off meetings, lunch-and-learns, and industry events.
• Conduct site visits to substation facilities, applying field insights to strengthen design and execution.
• Champion quality control and safe work practices, embedding compliance and reliability into every project.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum of eight (8) + years in utility consulting, design engineering, and technical reviews (required)
• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil/Structural Engineering (required)
  • Master of Science (MS) in Civil/Structural Engineering (preferred)
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license (required)
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MATHCAD
  • Experience with STAAD.Pro, RISA 3D, FAD Tools, SAFE, SAG10, and LPILE
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Professional Skills:
  • Strong analytical and technical writing abilities
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to engage clients and collaborate across disciplines
• Other Requirements:
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%

Work location:

Preferred Framingham, MA (office/hybrid) or Walled Lake, MI (office/hybrid). However, fully REMOTE will be considered for the right match candidate.

Why Join Us

At Leidos, you’ll be part of a collaborative team tackling complex energy challenges with creativity and precision. We invest in your growth through training, mentorship, and exposure to diverse, high-impact projects. Together, we’ll accelerate your career path while shaping the future of energy infrastructure.

Original Posting:

June 8, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. 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.