Senior Substation Protection and Control Engineer

Senior Substation Protection and Control Engineer We are seeking a Senior Substation Protection & Control Engineer to join our team in Portland, OR. The role focuses on designing substation protection and control projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12 kV up to 500 kV. This is an exciting and growing field in the power systems industry, with opportunities to gain exposure to how power generation, including renewable energy, ties into the electric system. The position offers a hybrid schedule with 2-4 days per week in the office. Responsibilities: Relay One Line Design Three Line AC Schematic Design DC Protection Schematic Design Panel Layout and Wiring Design Develop Bill of Materials Based on Design Criteria Quality Control Checks on Wiring Design Complete Project Lifecycle Support from Scoping to Final Design and Implementation Construction Support Applying the Minimum Requirements of the National Electrical Safety Code to the Design Processes Working with Client Standards to Implement Design Working with a Designer/Drafter to Create the Required Drawings for Each Project Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or related degree with six (6+) years of Substation protection control design and/or field testing/commissioning experience Experience in executing substation protection and control projects Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with internal teams and clients to meet project needs Ability to read and design substation protection and control drawings such as one-line, three-line drawings, AC/DC schematic drawings and wiring design Ability to meet deadlines under pressure Collaborator and leader who can work effectively in a team environment Self-starter who works independently with minimal direction Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills High level of computer competency Willingness to travel to project/client sites and Portland, OR office as needed Desired qualifications: Engineer Intern (EI or EIT) certification Professional Engineer (PE) License Experience performing quality control checks on small substation protection and control design projects Experience working with CAD tools Master's degree in related field Field testing/commissioning experience What We Do: Leidos is a trusted technology-focused solutions provider. Our Power Delivery Services Team supports utilities and mobile operators with reliable power and telecommunication expertise. We value diversity, inclusion, and a culture that supports work-life balance, career development, and competitive compensation and benefits. Location: Portland, OR. Employment type: Full-time. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Job function: Engineering and Information Technology. Industries: Power Delivery / Substation Design. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08