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Leidos · 15 hours ago

Facilities Electrical Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$87K/yr - $157K/yr

4+ years exp

Leidos is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Facilities Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting mission-critical operations in secure government facilities. This role involves the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical power systems, providing hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of electrical infrastructure.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Help determine the design and layout of medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems

Create and update single-line diagrams, protection/control schematics, and equipment specifications

Participate in field inspections, functional testing, and commissioning of electrical systems

Collaborate with civil, mechanical, systems, and vendor teams to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions

Evaluate and specifying electrical components (e.g., transformers, switchgear, UPS systems)

Contribute to engineering documentation, technical reports, and maintenance policy development

Support power system studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and grounding analysis

Gain exposure to SCADA systems, substation design, and renewable energy integration

Utilize AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and Microsoft Office tools for design and documentation

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringElectrical System DesignAutoCADRevit MEPSCADA SystemsPower DistributionTechnical DocumentationCommunication SkillsTeamworkDetail-oriented

Required

Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 4+ years of experience, or Master's degree with less than 2 years of experience (additional experience may substitute for degree)

Solid understanding of electrical engineering principles and their application to real-world projects

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams

Experience in electrical system design including power distribution, lighting, and controls

Familiarity with commercial electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC)

Proficiency in AutoCAD and related CAD tools

Awareness of energy-efficient and sustainable design practices

Exposure to medium voltage systems, backup generators, UPS, and lighting controls

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex technical challenges