Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer

Overview

Senior Facilities Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of electrical systems supporting critical facility operations at our HQS site. Ensures reliability, safety, and efficiency of electrical infrastructure while driving strategic improvements and maintaining regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions, guide capital projects, and uphold best practices in electrical design and maintenance.

• Lead the research, design, detailing, and installation support of facility electrical systems
• Partner with Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and Plant teams to ensure robust emergency preparedness
• Drive preventive and corrective maintenance strategies for electrical systems
• Conduct infrastructure assessments and recommend capital improvements based on current and future needs
• Oversee electrical components of construction and renovation projects from concept through completion
• Develop and implement maintenance policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure seamless service delivery
• Establish and refine design standards and site-specific operating procedures
• Create, review, and update electrical design documentation, submittals, and one-line diagrams
• Perform redline updates and maintain accurate site drawings

• Ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• 8-12 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Proven expertise in complex electrical system design, development, and testing
• Strong background in power distribution, lighting, and control systems
• Deep knowledge of commercial electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and other CAD tools
• Familiarity with energy-efficient and sustainable design principles
• Experience with medium voltage systems, backup generators, UPS, data centers, and lighting controls
• Ability to solve complex, cross-disciplinary technical challenges
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior leadership and customers
• Hands-on experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, and instrumentation

• Any level of active clearance
• An active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
• Recognized Subject Matter Expert (SME) in electrical engineering
• PE (Professional Engineer) certification
• Field experience in electrical construction, systems integration, and testing
• Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning
• Experience with reactive maintenance in building electrical systems

We sponsor the clearance process for qualified candidates; however, preference is given to candidates who already hold an active clearance at any level. This role supports a TS/SCI with Polygraph, and Leidos can maintain that clearance for the position. Leidos will never ask for payment-related information during the application process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, 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.

Pay range: $ – $. Details subject to factors such as responsibilities, education, experience, and market considerations. For more information, visit the Leidos careers site.