Leidos

Substation Physical Engineer

Leidos

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Chicago • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $87,100 - $157,450 per year

About the role

  • Execute substation physical projects.
  • Perform quality control checks on substation physical design projects.
  • 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.
  • Attend site visits at customer locations.
  • Comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Work as a member of a design team comprised of engineers, designers, and CAD technicians and implement design with client standards.

Requirements

  • Mid-Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with two (2+) or more years of related substation physical design experience.
  • Senior-Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with four (4+) or more years of related substation physical design experience.
  • Lead-Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with eight (8+) or more years of related substation physical design experience.
  • Experience with grounding studies/lightning protection and lighting studies.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact with the internal team and clients.
  • Ability to meet deadlines under pressure situations.
  • Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in a team environment.
  • Self-starter who works independently with minimal direction.
  • Strong analytical skills and proven problem solving in both team and independent environments.
  • High level of computer competency.
  • Willingness to travel to project/client sites and Portland, OR office as needed.
Benefits
  • Hybrid Schedule: (3) days a week in the Chicago, IL office!
  • Remote Options: Work from where you are!
  • 3 Days of In-Person Connection: Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients by being in the office or on-site.
  • Networking Events: Expand your horizons and make valuable connections at industry-leading events.
  • Continuous Development: Stay at the forefront of innovation by participating in top-tier training programs and conferences.
  • Personal growth isn’t optional here; it’s part of the package.
  • Fast paced, diverse work environment.
  • Flexible work hours/work arrangements.
  • Managers will encourage career development and growth including: Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT), Professional Engineer License (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities, Leadership Opportunities, Mentorship & Training Opportunities, Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
substation physical designquality controlone-line drawingsthree-line drawingsplan-section drawingsfoundation drawingsgrounding drawingsbill of materialsgrounding studieslightning protection
Soft Skills
communication skillsability to meet deadlinescollaborationleadershipindependenceanalytical skillsproblem solving
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering