Lead Protection and Settings Engineer

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We are seeking a Lead Protection and Settings Engineer who will work out of our Framingham, MA office. You would work as a member of a dynamic team within our Energy Solutions Operation, working in a fast-paced environment, and solving challenging  Protection and relay settings engineering problems in a wide range of application from distribution to transmission voltage levels.

HYBRID SCHEDULE AVAILABLE: (2-4) days a week in the Framingham, MA office!

*Candidates must be located in or able to relocate to the Framingham, MA area.

In the protection engineering role, the qualified individual will require a combination of strong engineering and interpersonal skills and high attention to detail with a passion for quality. The position will include reporting to project managers, provide input in engineering review meetings and performing design quality reviews. Additionally, the candidate may be responsible for interfacing directly with clients and other staff in remote office locations. Assignments cover the full range of project planning through scoping, design and construction support. Design work may range from Protection and Control schemes at 480V through 500kV to Smart Grid and microgrid automation and communications projects.

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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:

• 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:

• NERC compliance expertise
• Interface with local clients
• Electrical power calculations
• Interactions with other disciplines (Substation, Automation and Integration, and Civil Structural)
• Strategic development
• Expanding a portfolio of business
• Partnering with a variety of utility clients nationwide

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Engineering offers its knowledge and expertise over a wide area of cutting-edge energy technologies and independent oversight, combined with proven business acumen. Building our work for publicly and privately-owned utilities, financial institutions and local governments, we are able to provide our clients with business insight into all sectors of the infrastructure industry.

The Challenge:

• Solving and implementing Protection engineering philosophies and applications.
• Working with design engineers and performing quality reviews.
• Providing input on relay implementations and applications such as fuse sizing and CT/PT selection.
• Working directly with clients as well as working with other staff in remote office locations.
• Assignments will cover the full range of project scoping through design, relay settings and construction support.
• Perform protection and automation scheme testing using Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS).

What you will bring to the table:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred emphasis on power system or sustainable energy)
• Mid-Level : B.S. or M.S. degree in electrical engineering with (4+ years) of relevant experience
• Senior Level : B.S. or M.S. degree in electrical engineering with (7+ years) of relevant experience

It would be nice if you had:

• Experience with One and Three-line diagram
• Control and protection schemes including the preparation of schematics and wiring diagram.
• Experience using ASPEN One-Liner is a plus
• Previous Quality Assurance/Quality Control experience is a plus
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure situations
• Team player who can work effectively in team environment
• Self-starter who works independently with minimal direction
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required when interfacing with clients and staff
• High level of computer competency
• Periodic travel may be required for project kickoff meetings in the substation
• Ability to communicate effectively with teams and/or Leidos clients

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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Original Posting:January 22, 2025

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 $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

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.