Lead Substation Protection and Control Engineer

About the role

Lead and support the delivery of substation protection and control design projects, ensuring technical excellence and on-time performance.

Create and refine relay one-line 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 long-term maintainability.

Build accurate Bill of Materials (BOMs) aligned with project criteria, equipment standards, and client requirements.

Perform rigorous Quality Control (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 utility-specific standards across all design deliverables.

Partner with design staff to produce complete, accurate drawing packages for every project.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the delivery of substation protection and control design projects, ensuring technical excellence and on-time performance.
• Create and refine relay one-line 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 long-term maintainability.
• Build accurate Bill of Materials (BOMs) aligned with project criteria, equipment standards, and client requirements.
• Perform rigorous Quality Control (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 utility-specific standards across all design deliverables.
• Partner with design staff to produce complete, accurate drawing packages for every project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s 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.
• Prioritize meeting deadlines and staying organized in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team environment, contribute to group success, and provide leadership when needed.
• Self-starter who can take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Show strong analytical abilities with a track record of solving engineering challenges both independently and collaboratively.
• Show strong computer competency and comfort working with engineering tools and software.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s 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.
• Prioritize meeting deadlines and staying organized in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team environment, contribute to group success, and provide leadership when needed.
• Self-starter who can take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Show strong analytical abilities with a track record of solving engineering challenges both independently and collaboratively.
• Show strong computer competency and comfort working with engineering tools and software.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.

Skills

• Strong analytical abilities with a track record of solving engineering challenges both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong computer competency and comfort working with engineering tools and software.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and clients to support project needs.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.

Benefits

At Leidos, 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.

Pay

$107,900.00 - $195,050.00

Schedule

Flexible work arrangements.

Leidos Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and inspired. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated and leveraged to drive innovation and success. We are dedicated to promoting equal opportunity and ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to reach their full potential.