Sr. Electrical Engineer jobs in United States
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Leidos · 8 hours ago

Sr. Electrical Engineer

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of electrical systems supporting critical facility operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of all electrical infrastructure, while driving strategic improvements and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

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Responsibilities

Lead the research, design, detailing, and installation support of facility electrical systems
Partner with Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and Plant teams to ensure robust emergency preparedness
Drive preventive and corrective maintenance strategies for electrical systems
Conduct infrastructure assessments and recommend capital improvements based on current and future needs
Oversee electrical components of construction and renovation projects from concept through completion
Develop and implement maintenance policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry best practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure seamless service delivery
Establish and refine design standards and site-specific operating procedures
Create, review, and update electrical design documentation, submittals, and one-line diagrams
Perform redline updates and maintain accurate site drawings

Qualification

Electrical system designPower distributionCommercial electrical codesAutoCAD proficiencyMedium voltage systemsProfessional Engineer certificationIndustrial control systemsEnergy-efficient designCommunicationProject management skills

Required

Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to pass a polygraph
8–12 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Proven expertise in complex electrical system design, development, and testing
Strong background in power distribution, lighting, and control systems
Deep knowledge of commercial electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC)
Proficiency in AutoCAD and other CAD tools
Familiarity with energy-efficient and sustainable design principles
Experience with medium voltage systems, backup generators, UPS, data centers, and lighting controls
Ability to solve complex, cross-disciplinary technical challenges
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior leadership and customers
Hands-on experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, and instrumentation

Preferred

Recognized Subject Matter Expert (SME) in electrical engineering
PE (Professional Engineer) certification
Field experience in electrical construction, systems integration, and testing
Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning
Experience with reactive maintenance in building electrical systems

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

Company

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO

Leadership Team

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James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
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Amy Smith
Senior Vice President, Government Affairs
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