Substation Physical Engineer
Company: Leidos
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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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 Substation Physical Engineer to join
our team. As an Career Substation Physical Engineer, candidates
will have the opportunity to work on 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 Work
Schedule: (3 days in office) 2–3 Days of In-Person Connection:
Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients by being in
the office or on-site. It’s the perfect way to strengthen
collaboration and ensure seamless communication. Networking Events:
Expand your horizons and make valuable connections at
industry-leading events. You’ll be in the right rooms, with the
right people, at the right time. Continuous Development: Stay at
the forefront of innovation by participating in top-tier training
programs and conferences. Personal growth isn’t optional here; it’s
part of the package. The Best of Both Worlds: With the flexibility
to work remotely on other days, you’ll have the freedom to focus,
recharge, and bring your A-game to every opportunity 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 Are you ready to make an
impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career,
share your resume with us today! The Challenge: Experience in
executing substation physical projects Excellent communication
skills and ability to interact with the internal team and clients
to meet project needs. Performing quality control checks on
substation physical design projects. Expected to read and design
substation physical drawings such as one-line drawings, three-line
drawings, plan-section drawings, foundation, grounding drawings.
Create and check bill of materials for substation physical Expected
to attend site visit at customer location 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: Mid-Level : Bachelor’s
degree in electrical engineering, or related degree with two (2) or
more years of related substation physical design experience.
Senior-Level : Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or
related degree with four (4) or more years of related substation
physical design experience. Lead -Level: Bachelor’s degree in
electrical engineering, or related degree with eight (8) or more
years of related substation physical design experience. Experience
with grounding studies/lightning protection and lighting studies.
Demonstrate Excellent communication skills and ability to interact
with the internal team and clients to meet project needs. Ability
to meet deadlines under pressure situations. Collaborator and
leader who can work effectively in team environment. Self-starter
who works independently with minimal direction. Strong analytical
skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent
environments. High level of computer competency. Willingness to
travel to project / client sites and Portland, OR office as needed.
You Might Also have: US Citizen and able to pass a DOE Background
Engineer Intern (“EI” or “EIT”) professional certification.
Professional Engineer (“PE”) License. Working knowledge of
protection and control design Experience with bus calculation
Experience with WinIGS or CDEGS Master’s degree in related field.
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. PowerDelivery PDSSUBSTATION 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: February 12, 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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00 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.
Keywords: Leidos, Gresham , Substation Physical Engineer, Engineering , Portland, Oregon
