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 Protection & Control Engineer to join our team in our Orlando, FL office. As a Protection & Control Engineer, candidates will have the opportunity to design substation protection and control 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 Schedule: - 3 days a week in Orlando, FL office / 2 days remote. 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 In this role, you can also expect to gain experience in the following: Interfacing with Local Clients. Partnering with a Variety of Utility Clients Nationwide. Working with different types of projects ranging from distribution to transmission level voltages. Electrical Power Calculations. Interactions with Other Disciplines (Substation, Telecom, and Civil Structural, etc). Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today! The Challenge: Design relay one-lines, three-line AC schematics, and DC protection schematics. Create panel layouts and wiring diagrams. Develop bill of materials. Perform QC checks on wiring designs. Support projects from scoping through final design and construction. Apply NESC requirements and client standards to each design. Work with a designer/drafter to produce project drawings. Willingness to travel to project and client sites. What Sets You Apart: Mid Level: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related degree, plus two (2+) years of substation P&C design or testing/commissioning experience. Senior / Lead Level: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related degree, plus six (6+) years of substation P&C design or testing/commissioning experience. Leading the delivery of substation protection and control design projects, ensuring technical excellence and on‑time performance. Strong communication skills with internal teams and clients. Detail-oriented problem solver who meets deadlines. Works well on a team and independently. Strong computer skills. You May Also Have: US Citizen and able to pass a DOE Background Check Engineer Intern (“EI” or “EIT”) professional certification. Professional Engineer (“PE”) License. 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: November 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 $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. Leidos 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. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here. Securing Your Data Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to [email protected]. Commitment and Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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