Lead Substation Protection and Controls Engineer

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At Leidos we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers our people and our community. Our Mission Vision and Values guide the way we do business.

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We are looking for a Lead Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to join our team. As a Lead Substation Protection & Controls Engineer youll own complex P&C designs across 12500 kV systems applying advanced digital logic and AC/DC circuit expertise to engineer solutions that protect the modern grid and enable renewable integration. If youre ready for highvoltage challenges and highvisibility impact this is your next step.

Hybrid Schedule: 3-days a week in the Charlotte NC office

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Remote: *Candidates must be located in the United States within the following states (NC SC TN or VA) and be willing to travel to customer sites or the office as needed.

Successful candidates can look forward to a fastpaced highly collaborative environment where no two days feel the same. Youll enjoy flexible work arrangements a supportive leadership team and a culture that actively invests in your growth. Expect meaningful opportunities to advance your career through:

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure support
• Project Management Professional (PMP) development
• Technical and nontechnical training designed to sharpen your expertise
• Leadership pathways that let you take on greater responsibility
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced engineers and managers
• The opportunity to lead grow and inspire a dynamic highperforming team

Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career share your resume with us today!

The Challenge:

• Lead and support the delivery of substation protection and control design projects ensuring technical excellence and ontime performance.
• Create and refine relay oneline diagrams that define protection zones and system topology.
• Develop detailed AC schematics that capture current voltage and protection device relationships.
• Produce DC control and protection schematics that ensure safe and reliable operation of substation equipment.
• Design control panels wiring diagrams and physical layouts that support efficient construction and longterm maintainability.
• Build accurate BOMs aligned with project criteria equipment standards and client requirements.
• Perform rigorous QC checks on wiring and schematic designs to ensure accuracy safety and constructability.
• Contribute from early scoping through final design implementation and energization support.
• Provide technical guidance during installation testing and commissioning activities.
• Apply National Electrical Safety Code requirements to ensure safe and compliant designs.
• Interpret and implement utilityspecific standards across all design deliverables.
• Partner with design staff to produce complete accurate drawing packages for every project.

Successful candidates must comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope schedule and budget. This position will be a member of a design team comprised of engineers designers and CAD technicians and will work with client standards to implement design.

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or related degree with eight (8) or more years of substation protection control design experience.
• Experience in leading and executing substation protection and control projects.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and clients to support project needs.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and stay organized in fastpaced or highpressure situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment contribute to group success and provide leadership when needed.
• Selfstarter who can take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical abilities with a track record of solving engineering challenges both independently and collaboratively.
• High level of computer competency and comfort working with engineering tools and software.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.

You Might Also have:

• Engineer Intern (EI or EIT) professional certification.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Masters degree in related field.
• Field testing/commissioning experience.

WHAT WE DO

Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities more than 160municipals/cooperativesas well as a growing number of mobile operators local utility providers and private addition to providing engineering and project management services Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms. To explore and learn more click here!

At Leidos we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams contribute to our communities and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers our people and our community. Our Mission Vision and Values guide the way we do business.

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest and in return we invest in you with an eye on your future through career advancement growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the worlds toughest problems and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference.

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