
Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer
Leidos Inc, Detroit, MI, United States
Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer
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.
We are seeking a
Licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer
to join our team. This is a senior‑level role that combines technical leadership, client engagement, and mentorship of junior engineers.
Responsibilities
Drive quality assurance for civil/structural components of substation projects, ensuring designs meet safety and performance standards.
Lead design reviews across steel and concrete structures, foundations, geotechnical systems, rigid bus, containment, and site packages.
Oversee bid and construction package development, maintaining alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget.
Act as lead engineer on client projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring deliverables exceed expectations.
Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical growth and a collaborative team culture.
Represent Leidos in client‑facing engagements such as kick‑off meetings, lunch‑and‑learns, and industry events.
Conduct site visits to substation facilities, applying field insights to strengthen design and execution.
Champion quality control and safe work practices, embedding compliance and reliability into every project.
Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of eight (8) years in utility consulting, design engineering, and technical reviews.
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil/Structural Engineering (required).
Master of Science (MS) in Civil/Structural Engineering (preferred).
Licensure:
Professional Engineer (PE) license (required).
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Mathcad.
Experience with STAAD.Pro, RISA 3D, FAD Tools, SAFE, SAG10, and LPILE.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
Professional Skills:
Strong analytical and technical writing abilities.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to engage clients and collaborate across disciplines.
Other Requirements:
Willingness to travel up to 25%.
Work location: Framingham, MA (preferred, hybrid) or Walled Lake, MI (hybrid).
Benefits and Pay
Pay range is $92,300 – $166,850. Additional compensation and benefits include competitive salary, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement options. Detailed information can be found on our careers website.
EEO Statement
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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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.
We are seeking a
Licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer
to join our team. This is a senior‑level role that combines technical leadership, client engagement, and mentorship of junior engineers.
Responsibilities
Drive quality assurance for civil/structural components of substation projects, ensuring designs meet safety and performance standards.
Lead design reviews across steel and concrete structures, foundations, geotechnical systems, rigid bus, containment, and site packages.
Oversee bid and construction package development, maintaining alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget.
Act as lead engineer on client projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring deliverables exceed expectations.
Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical growth and a collaborative team culture.
Represent Leidos in client‑facing engagements such as kick‑off meetings, lunch‑and‑learns, and industry events.
Conduct site visits to substation facilities, applying field insights to strengthen design and execution.
Champion quality control and safe work practices, embedding compliance and reliability into every project.
Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum of eight (8) years in utility consulting, design engineering, and technical reviews.
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil/Structural Engineering (required).
Master of Science (MS) in Civil/Structural Engineering (preferred).
Licensure:
Professional Engineer (PE) license (required).
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Mathcad.
Experience with STAAD.Pro, RISA 3D, FAD Tools, SAFE, SAG10, and LPILE.
Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
Professional Skills:
Strong analytical and technical writing abilities.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to engage clients and collaborate across disciplines.
Other Requirements:
Willingness to travel up to 25%.
Work location: Framingham, MA (preferred, hybrid) or Walled Lake, MI (hybrid).
Benefits and Pay
Pay range is $92,300 – $166,850. Additional compensation and benefits include competitive salary, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement options. Detailed information can be found on our careers website.
EEO Statement
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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