Job Description

Description

Are you an organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for safeguarding the integrity of critical systems? Are you ready to take on a role where your expertise will make a critical impact? The Multi-Domain Solutions (MDS) division is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Electrical Engineer to support the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical power systems and infrastructure. Under the guidance of senior engineers, this role will contribute to critical projects involving the generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization of electrical power for 24/7 mission-critical operations in government, commercial, and institutional facilities.

  Primary Responsibilities :

• Assist in the design and layout of electrical power distribution systems, including medium- and low-voltage systems.
• Conduct electrical system studies such as load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and grounding analysis using tools like ETAP, SKM Power Tools, CYME, or PSCAD.
• Support the creation of single-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, and technical specifications for electrical equipment.
• Participate in field inspections, equipment testing, and commissioning activities to verify electrical system performance and ensure compliance with design intent.
• Evaluate the performance and selection of electrical components such as transformers, switchgear, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and protective relays.
• Support projects involving SCADA systems, substation design, or renewable energy integration where applicable.
• Ensure adherence to relevant codes and standards including NEC, IEEE, and NESC.
• Use AutoCAD or Revit MEP to prepare and modify design drawings.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support project timelines and objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field and 4-8 years of relevant experience OR a Masters in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field with 2-6 years of experience.
• Working knowledge of engineering standards, theories, concepts, and techniques relevant to electrical and electronic systems.
• Experience with circuit design, testing, and troubleshooting for analog and digital systems.
• Familiarity with tools and techniques used in electrical system development, including hardware design and electronic design.
• Ability to work independently on moderately complex tasks and contribute to larger project efforts.
• Proficient in communicating technical concepts to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Understanding of control/test equipment and electrical systems in applications such as communications, radar, and computing.

Preferred Qualifications

Hands on experience in the following areas :

• Analog Design – Designing and optimizing continuous signal-based circuits.
• Digital Signal Processing (DSP) – Implementing filtering, analysis, and compression algorithms.
• Electrical Construction – Overseeing the safe installation of power and electrical systems in accordance with regulations.
• Electronic Design – Creating efficient, reliable systems and components.
• Hardware Design – Developing and validating physical electronics.
• Electrical Systems – Involvement in power generation, transmission, or distribution projects.
• Radio Frequency (RF) – Designing and testing RF circuitry for wireless communication systems.
• VHDL – Designing and simulating digital electronic systems using hardware description languages.
• Python – Applying programming skills to support test automation, data analysis, or embedded applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues.
• Experience with product development from concept through implementation.
• Project management experience or the ability to coordinate multiple technical tasks across teams.

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Original Posting:

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:

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.

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