Lead Civil Site Engineer
Leidos is in search of a Lead Civil Site Engineer to join our diverse and fast-paced organization. As a core team member, you will be interacting with professionals across various engineering disciplines, playing a valuable part in leading and designing civil infrastructure for high-voltage utility projects for Leidos’ clients. This position will be part of our Power Delivery Solutions division that provides consulting services to developers, construction contractors and electric utilities. Successful candidates will enjoy a fast-paced, diverse working environment that requires adaptability. You can look forward to collaborative and flexible work hours/work arrangements, as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth opportunities, including: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Leadership training & Management opportunities Formal Mentorship programs Professional Development & Continuing Education Resources Technical Upskilling programs Primary Responsibilities: Lead design reviews across: Site layout, grading & drainage design, Stormwater modeling & design, Erosion & sediment control design, Access road design, Utility coordination & design, Retaining wall layout & design Drive quality assurance for civil components of substation projects, ensuring designs meet safety and performance standards. Collaborate with other technical disciplines for complex multidisciplinary projects.Oversee bid and construction package development, maintaining alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget. Act as lead engineer on client projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring deliverables exceed expectations. Represent Leidos in client-facing engagements such as kick-off meetings, lunch-and-learns, and industry events. Conduct site visits to projects including new developments, substation facilities, transmission lines, and more, applying field insights to strengthen design and execution. Champion quality control and safe work practices, embedding compliance and reliability into every project. As an experienced engineer, you can also expect to take part in coaching, guiding and reviewing work of less experienced team members, fostering technical growth and a collaborative team culture Required Qualifications: B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution with a minimum of 7 years of directly applicable civil-site design experience Proven Experience as an engineer of record or lead engineer on projects performing QC reviews Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D software (preferred) and/or MicroStation OpenSite Designer software. Experience with Hydraflow and various other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling & design programs Ability to execute projects and handle client interaction successfully with limited supervision Experience with high-voltage substation projects is highly preferred Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, and other general software tools Strong analytical and technical writing skills. Preferred Qualifications: Professional Engineer License. Experience leading projects and collaborating with IOU utility clients, construction contractors, and materials-procurement teams on Design‑Build or Engineer‑Procure‑Construct projects for substations, renewables, datacenters and energy storage systems. Previous Experience in a leadership position Team player with ability to communicate effectively with clients and staff Willing to travel, up to 10-20% At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Our Power Delivery Services Team is the go-to for utilities and mobile operators who need reliable power and telecommunication expertise. We've worked with over 50 investor-owned utilities, over 160 municipals/cooperatives, and we're continuing to expand our reach. Plus, we've got an amazing group of industry-leading construction partners who help us deliver meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader has been confirmed time and time again. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms. The opportunities at Leidos are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. Your greatest work is ahead! PDSTLINE PDSSUBSTATION 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. Original Posting: May 13, 2026 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: Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 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. Apply To This Job