Senior Electrical Engineer

Leidos hiring for Senior Electrical Engineer jobs in Reston, VA, US

Description

The Leidos National Security Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data diagnostics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence diagnostics and operations. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security obstacles for customers with “can’t fail” missions. From scanning for illicit material at ports and borders to predicting future events and instability up to five years in advance, our products help customers make the world safer.

Are you a talented Senior Electrical Engineer looking for a new opportunity? Leidos is looking for someone like you to join our team and help promote as a key player; your need as a forerunner and problem-solver with a proven ability to deliver exceptional results as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. Are you ready to showcase your skills and make a real impact? If you're up for the opportunity, apply now!

The Project

The Integrated Solutions Division at Leidos is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to be based on site with our Intel Community customer. This position will be responsible for designing, cost estimating, scheduling, engineering, coordination, installation oversite, inspection, and acceptance of electrical systems and sub systems associated with Intel customer facilities and critical infrastructure. You will have demonstrated electrical engineering experience, well-developed professional skills and a proven track record of delivering results. Your ability to work collaboratively with a team of people from across multiple organizations and the company will be crucial for success

Your greatest work is ahead! 

Your Main Goal: 

• The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for managing construction operations to include:

• Oversee electrical engineering design of power distribution systems for mission critical facilities, including the design of grounding systems, load flow, voltage drop, short circuit current, and generator and uninterrupted power supply (UPS) sizing.

• Analyze electrical engineering designs to ensure compliance with national electrical code (NEC).

• Analyze relevant technical information and documentation related to construction projects and building designs, including equipment loads, tolerances, grounding/bonding requirements, and electrical system designs and provide observations on accuracy and completeness, and recommendations for improvement.

• Perform and analyze site surveys and develop site survey reports which address recommended site construction and installation requirements, potential communication or power source availability, overall site suitability and alternatives.

• Oversee Electrical Design and System Analysis (EDSA) of low voltage electrical protection schemes, short circuit analysis, and arc-flash hazard identification and risk mitigation.

• Perform Arc Flash Hazard energy calculations and conduct Arc Flash Hazard site assessments.

• Assist in the design and analysis of various electrical facilities and systems including Engine Generators, Uninterrupted Power Supply, and Power Cabling Systems using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software. Analysis will include but is not limited to circuit analysis, circuit breaker coordination, and ground fault calculations.

• Prepare or update site specific engineering plans and drawings, red-line drawings, and “as built” drawings.

• Oversee coordinated reviews of facility designs, installation schedules, site visits, implementation schedules, and other related project communications with all project stakeholders.

• Prepare engineering risk assessments and provide recommendations and proposals of actions or improvements to mitigate potential risks resulting from site, facility, and project/program changes.

What Sets You Apart: 

• Current TS/SCI with Poly clearance

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and 12 or more years of prior relevant experience or a Masters degree in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Must be a Registered Professional Engineer in good standings in the United States

• Experience in electrical design and engineering using NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E.

• Experience using a nationally recognized electrical analysis computer software such as SKM Power Tools software (or equivalent).

• Experience in reviewing and commenting on design work and calculations performed by others.

• Strong understanding of EHS policies & procedures.

• Demonstrated understanding and experience working within Facility Maintenance or similar technical environment.

• Demonstrated high level of problem solving, decision making and analytical skills.

• Power Distribution experience

• Understanding of Industrial Control Circuits.

You Might Also Have: 

• SCADA Systems familiarity

• PMP Certification

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.

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.