Create logic diagrams for IEC61850 substations.
Work directly with clients as well as other staff in remote office locations.
Support a full range of project planning activities through design and construction support.
Prepare relay settings from 4.16kV through 500kV including relay set points, logic diagrams, configuration files and documentation.
Solve challenging substation engineering problems.
What does Leidos need from me?
Associate Level: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with 0+ years of experience.
Basic knowledge of creating relay settings and logic diagrams.
Basic knowledge of understanding Aspen OneLiner and/or Siemen’s CAPE for coordination studies and fault study analysis.
Basic knowledge of protective relay coordination studies.
Ability to learn development of relay settings for microprocessor relays including: SEL, Alstom, GE, ABB and others for both transmission line relays (Line Differential, Step Distance and Pilot Schemes) and substation relays (Capacitors, Transformers and buses).
Familiarity with Schweitzer AcSELerator QuickSet, General Electric EnerVista and Schneider Electric MiCOM software is a plus.
Strong engineering and interpersonal skills and high attention to detail with a passion for quality.
Basic knowledge of implementing control and protection schemes including interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams and preparing relay logic to complete the schemes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills required when interfacing with clients and staff.
Favorable if you have
Applicable internship/Co-op experience.
Experience preparing technical reports.
Experience understanding power system protection
Ability to travel overnight on occasional basis
Ability to effectively work in a fast paced team environment.
EIT License.
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Original Posting
September 15, 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 $57,850.00 - $104,575.00
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.
