Substation Protection and Control Engineer
Listed on 2025-12-22
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Description
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. 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.
Your greatest work is ahead!
We are looking for a Substation Protection & Control Engineer to join our team in our Portland, OR office. As a Protection & Control Engineer, candidates will have the opportunity to design substation protection and control projects for electric utilities at voltages from 12kV up to 500kV. This is an exciting and growing field in the power systems industry and allows candidates to get exposure to how the power generation such as that of renewable energy ties into the electric system.
Candidates will be expected to use knowledge of digital logic design, AC and DC circuits to design substation electrical projects.
- Hybrid
Schedule:
(2-4) days a week in the Portland, OR office! - Remote Options: Work from where you are! - Candidates must located in the United States and willing to travel in office or clients sites as needed.
- Sign on Bonuses available!
- Relocation Assistance available!
Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who 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
In this role, you can also expect to gain experience in the following:
- Interfacing with Local Clients.
- Partnering with a Variety of Utility Clients Nationwide.
- Working with different types of projects ranging from distribution to transmission level voltages.
- Electrical Power Calculations.
- Interactions with Other Disciplines (Substation, Telecom, and Civil Structural, etc).
If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!
We have a Mid, Senior, Lead Level Electrical Engineers for the position located in our Portland, OR location. The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for design and planning related activities associated with electric transmission, distribution, and substation facilities. This includes preparation of single-lines, schematics, and wiring designs for substations and quality control checks for wiring designs. Responsibilities will also include preparation of studies and reports for transmission and distribution systems.
Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!
The Challenge:- 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.
Successful candidates must comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget. This position will be a member of a design team comprised of engineers, designers, and CAD technicians and will work with client standards to implement design.
What Sets You Apart:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related degree with six (6+) or more years of Substation protection control design and/or field testing/commissioning experience.
- Experience in executing substation protection and control projects.
- Demonstrate Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients to meet project needs.
- Abi…
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