Lead Substation Physical Engineer

Leidos

Lead Substation Physical Engineer taking key role in delivering high-impact substation projects. Focused on utility systems and contributing to grid modernization efforts in the United States.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeSeven Fields • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in substation physical design, including grounding studies, lightning protection analysis, and lighting studies, while ensuring compliance and technical excellence. Proven ability to collaborate with engineering teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions on time.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Substation Physical DesignGrounding StudiesLightning Protection AnalysisProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseQA/QC Reviews

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringSubstation DesignAnalytical Problem SolvingConstructability ReviewData Gathering

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationAnalytical Abilities

Tools & Technologies

Engineering SoftwareComputer Competency

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Substation Design ProjectsTechnical ExcellenceOn-Time PerformanceClient EngagementSite Visits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support the delivery of substation physical design projects, ensuring technical excellence and on-time performance
Partner closely with internal engineering groups and external clients to understand needs, align expectations, and deliver solutions that exceed standards
Perform detailed QA/QC reviews on substation physical design packages, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and compliance
Conduct site visits at customer locations to gather data, validate designs, and support successful project execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related field) with 8+ years of substation physical design experience
Experience performing grounding studies, lightning protection analysis, and lighting studies
Professional Engineer (“PE”) License
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
Professional development opportunities