Senior Substation Protection and Controls Engineer
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Skills: Substation Protection and Control Design, Digital Logic, AC/DC Circuit Expertise, Relay One-line Diagrams, AC Schematics
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$108k–$195k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree, professional certificate
Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, Retirement, Professional Engineer (PE) licensure support, Project Management Professional (PMP) development
Posted 55d ago
~40 hrs/week
Remote in Denver, Colorado, United States, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of substation protection and control design projects, including the creation of relay one-line diagrams and AC/DC schematics. Provide technical guidance during installation, testing, and commissioning while ensuring compliance with utility standards and safety codes.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 4 to 8+ years of experience in substation protection and control design. Candidates must be located in Denver or Minneapolis and be willing to travel to project sites.
Full job 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 Lead Substation Protection & Controls Engineer to join our team. As a Lead Substation Protection & Controls Engineer, you’ll own complex P&C designs across 12–500 kV systems, applying advanced digital logic and AC/DC circuit expertise to engineer solutions that protect the modern grid and enable renewable integration. If you’re ready for high‑voltage challenges and high‑visibility impact, this is your next step.
Remote Only!
Fully Remote! - Work from where you are!
Candidates must located in the Denver, CO or Minneapolis, MN area.
Must be willing to travel to customer sites.
Successful candidates can look forward to a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment where no two days feel the same. You’ll enjoy flexible work arrangements, a supportive leadership team, and a culture that actively invests in your growth. Expect meaningful opportunities to advance your career through:
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure support
Project Management Professional (PMP) development
Technical and non‑technical training designed to sharpen your expertise
Leadership pathways that let you take on greater responsibility
Mentorship and coaching from experienced engineers and managers
The opportunity to lead, grow, and inspire a dynamic, high‑performing team
Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!
The Challenge:
Lead and support the delivery of substation protection and control design projects, ensuring technical excellence and on‑time performance.
Create and refine relay one‑line diagrams that define protection zones and system topology.
Develop detailed AC schematics that capture current, voltage, and protection device relationships.
Produce DC control and protection schematics that ensure safe and reliable operation of substation equipment.
Design control panels, wiring diagrams, and physical layouts that support efficient construction and long‑term maintainability.
Build accurate BOMs aligned with project criteria, equipment standards, and client requirements.
Perform rigorous QC checks on wiring and schematic designs to ensure accuracy, safety, and constructability.
Contribute from early scoping through final design, implementation, and energization support.
Provide technical guidance during installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
Apply National Electrical Safety Code requirements to ensure safe and compliant designs.
Interpret and implement utility‑specific standards across all design deliverables.
Partner with design staff to produce complete, accurate drawing packages for every 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:
Senior Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with eight (4+) or more years of substation protection control design experience.
Lead Level: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with eight (8+) or more years of substation protection control design experience.
Experience in leading and executing substation protection and control projects.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and clients to support project needs.
Proven ability to meet deadlines and stay organized in fast‑paced or high‑pressure situations.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, contribute to group success, and provide leadership when needed.
Self‑starter who can take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
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.
Willingness to travel to project sites and client locations as needed.
You Might Also have:
Engineer Intern (“EI” or “EIT”) professional certification.
Professional Engineer (“PE”) License.
Master’s degree in related field.
Field testing/commissioning experience.
WHAT WE DO
Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. In addition to providing engineering and project management services, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, and Top 10 Power Firms. To explore and learn more, click here!
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. 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.
We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference.
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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:
June 18, 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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
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.
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
570,840
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and 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
570,840
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and 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