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$40k–$73k/yr
Full-time
associate degree
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Develop and modify electrical layout, foundation, and grounding plans for substations ranging from 12kV to 500kV. Prepare electrical schematics, wiring design drawings, and bills of materials while collaborating with other engineering disciplines.
Requirements
Requires at least 1 year of direct substation physical and electrical design experience using CAD software. Proficiency in 2D and 3D design tools like MicroStation and AutoCAD is essential for this role.
Full job description
Are you a skilled Substation Designer looking for an exciting new opportunity? Leidos Engineering is seeking a talented professional to take on the challenge of creating substation design drawing packages and necessary documents for electric power substations ranging from 12kV to 500kV. You'll be responsible for utilizing accepted practices and standards to ensure that all designs meet the highest level of quality and safety. If you have a passion for designing innovative solutions and want to be a part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!
This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate's experience.
As a Substation Designer, you will be part of an established Substation Design Office that provides consulting services to both public-owned and investor-owned electric utilities. These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and transmission line projects nationwide.
Your Main Objective:
Develop new, or modify existing:
Electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures
Substation foundation layout/plan drawings
Section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings
Conduit layout/plan drawings
Substation grounding layout/plan drawings
Control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings
Prepare electrical schematics
Complete electrical wiring design drawings
Develop a complete bill of materials for all required electrical equipment and materials.
Review and comment on equipment drawings received from vendors and manufacturers.
Work with other disciplines (e.g., Civil Engineers) as necessary to complete assigned work.
Assist the project team with developing processes and procedures to increase team efficiency.
Perform basic engineering calculations to support engineering design
Apply relevant client, national, and state standards to each assignment as needed.
What Sets You Apart:
Ability to develop substation physical drawings including schematics and wiring deliverables.
Associate's degree in a related field preferred. Additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
1+ years of direct substation physical and electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects.
Solid comprehension and application of 2D and 3D design software such as MicroStation and AutoCAD, and Autodesk Inventor 3D w/ SDS.
Proficient with Windows-based software such as Word and Excel, which are frequently used to develop project deliverables.
Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
Advanced ability to utilize 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
Ability to work in a team environment with others including, but not limited to, Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and drafters in multi-discipline groups.
Experience working on EPC or other design-build Contract types
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and work product quality.
You Might Also Have:
AutoCAD and other 3D applications.
At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Our Power Delivery Services Team is the go-to for utilities and mobile operators who need reliable power and telecommunication expertise. We've worked with over 50 investor-owned utilities, over 160 municipals/cooperatives, and we're continuing to expand our reach. Plus, we've got an amazing group of industry-leading construction partners who help us deliver meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader has been confirmed time and time again. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms.
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. Your greatest work is ahead!
PDSSUBSTATION
PowerDelivery
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
August 4, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Related keywords
SubstationElectrical EngineeringTransmissionDistributionCADMicroStationAutoCADAutodesk InventorSDSSchematicsWiringFoundationGroundingConduitBill of materialsEPC
An industry & technology leader serving government & commercial customers with smarter, more efficient innovations
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
582,523
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government & commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.
Offices: 1750 Presidents St, Reston, Virginia 20190, US · 11955 Freedom Drive, Reston, VA 20190, US · 1145 N 2nd St, Leavenworth, KS 66048, US · 9600 Great Hills Trail, Austin, TX 78759, US · 221 3rd St, Newport, RI 02840, US
An industry & technology leader serving government & commercial customers with smarter, more efficient innovations
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
582,523
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government & commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.
Offices: 1750 Presidents St, Reston, Virginia 20190, US · 11955 Freedom Drive, Reston, VA 20190, US · 1145 N 2nd St, Leavenworth, KS 66048, US · 9600 Great Hills Trail, Austin, TX 78759, US · 221 3rd St, Newport, RI 02840, US