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Lead Substation Engineer
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What they do
An Electrical Substation Engineer is responsible for substation design including schematic development, physical layouts, equipment, and construction cost estimates.
$124,755 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
Job Description
- Description
- 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
- Lead Substation Engineer
- to join our team.
- Candidates must be located in the United States and specifically -
- Delaware, Philadelphia PA, Atlantic City NJ, Washington D.C., or Baltimore area.
- At Leidos, you can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements, as well as managers who will encourage
- career development and growth opportunities
- , including: + Project Management Professional (PMP) + Professional Engineer (PE) License + Formal Mentorship programs + Developmental Leadership training + Technical Upskilling Opportunities + Continuing Education & Learning Resources
The Challenge:
- + Experience in executing substation physical and or P&C projects + Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.
- 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:
- + Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with eight (8+) or more years of related substation design experience.
- You Might Also have:
- + Engineer Intern ("EI" or "EIT") professional certification.
WHAT WE DO
- Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider.
- 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.
PDSSUBSTATION
PowerDelivery If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:
- August 27, 2026 For U.
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.Pay Range:
- Pay Range $107,900.
- About Leidos
- Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.
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- 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 .
- Securing Your Data
- Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name.
- 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.
REQNUMBER
R-00190785-OTHLOC-10160All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Mentorships
- Health and Wellness Programs