Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and mentorship

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

Local First Arizona is seeking a Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to drive quality assurance for substation projects. In this role, you will oversee design reviews, lead project development, and mentor junior engineers, all while maintaining client engagement.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, a Professional Engineer (PE) license, and strong technical skills in design and analysis software. Join us to tackle complex energy challenges and accelerate your career.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in utility consulting and design engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality assurance for civil/structural projects.
• Lead design reviews and oversee project development.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide client engagement.

Skills

Utility consulting

Design engineering

Technical reviews

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD.Pro

RISA 3D

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

MATHCAD

Job description

Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Leidos Engineering brings its expertise in energy technologies and independent oversight, working with publicly‑and privately‑owned utilities, financial institutions, and local governments across the infrastructure industry. We are seeking a Licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to join our team. This senior‑level role 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). Remote 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.

Apply today and help us power progress.

Employment 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.