Description
At Leidos is seeking a Substation Designer to join our team in Pune, India. We’re looking for someone who is dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is of exceptional quality. At Leidos, we challenge you with interesting assignments that provide you with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.
As a Substation Designer, you will be involved in:
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Develop new, or modify existing: Electrical layout/plan of substation equipment and structures, Substation foundation layout/plan drawings, Section/elevation views from layout/plan drawings, Conduit layout/plan drawings, Substation grounding layout/plan drawings, Control building layout/plan and section/elevation drawings
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Prepare electrical schematics
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Complete electrical wiring design drawings
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Develop a complete bill of materials for all required electrical equipment and materials.
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Review and comment on equipment drawings received from vendors and manufacturers.
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Work with other disciplines (e.g., Civil Engineers) as necessary to complete assigned work.
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Assist the project team with developing processes and procedures to increase team efficiency.
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Perform basic engineering calculations to support engineering design
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Apply relevant client, national, and state standards to each assignment as needed.
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Proficiency with Microstation
What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):
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Higher Secondary (12th Pass) required; diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
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1+ years of direct substation physical and electrical design experience using CAD software on electric utility industry projects.
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Ability to develop protection and control drawings including schematics and wiring deliverables.
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Solid comprehension and application of 2D and 3D design software such as MicroStation and AutoCAD, and Autodesk Inventor 3D w/ SDS.
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Proficient with Windows-based software such as Word and Excel, which are frequently used to develop project deliverables.
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Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
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Advanced ability to utilize 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
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Ability to work in a team environment with others including, but not limited to, Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and drafters in multi-discipline groups.
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Experience working on EPC or other design-build Contract types
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Strong attention to detail and work product quality.
You Might Also Have:
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AutoCAD and other 3D applications.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
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.
