Substation Physical Engineer (South)
Atlanta, GA - USA
Job Summary
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact
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.
Your greatest work is ahead!
We are looking for a Substation Physical Engineer to join our team. As an Career Substation Physical Engineer candidates will have the opportunity to work on projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12kV up to 500kV. This is an exciting and growing field in the power systems industry and allows candidates to get exposure to how the power generation such as that of renewable energy ties into the electric system. Candidates will be expected to use knowledge of digital logic design AC and DC circuits to design substation electrical projects.
*Hybrid Work Schedule: (3 days in the - Atlanta Charlotte Houston Or Orlando offices)
23 Days of In-Person Connection: Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients by being in the office or on-site. Its the perfect way to strengthen collaboration and ensure seamless communication.
Networking Events: Expand your horizons and make valuable connections at industry-leading events. Youll be in the right rooms with the right people at the right time.
Continuous Development: Stay at the forefront of innovation by participating in top-tier training programs and conferences. Personal growth isnt optional here; its part of the package.
The Best of Both Worlds: With the flexibility to work remotely on other days youll have the freedom to focus recharge and bring your A-game to every opportunity.
Successful candidates can look forward to a fastpaced highly collaborative environment where no two days feel the same. We have a Mid Senior Lead Level Electrical Engineers for the position located across the South. 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:
Experience in executing substation physical projects
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.
Performing quality control checks on substation physical design projects.
Expected to read and design substation physical drawings such as one-line drawings three-line drawings plan-section drawings foundation grounding drawings.
Create and check bill of materials for substation physical
Expected to attend site visit at customer location
What Sets You Apart:
Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or related degree with two (2) or more years of related substation physical design experience.
Senior / Lead Level: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or related degree with six (6) or more years of related substation physical design experience.
Experience with grounding studies/lightning protection and lighting studies.
Demonstrate Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.
Ability to meet deadlines under pressure situations.
Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in team environment.
Self-starter who works independently with minimal direction.
Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent environments.
High level of computer competency.
Willingness to travel to project and/or client sites.
You Might Also have:
US Citizen and able to pass a DOE Background
Engineer Intern (EI or EIT) professional certification.
Professional Engineer (PE) License.
Working knowledge of protection and control design
Experience with bus calculation
Experience with WinIGS or CDEGS
Masters degree in related field.
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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If youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
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About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.