Lead Civil Site Engineer
Leidos6314 Remote/Teleworker USPosted 11 March 2026
Job Description
Leidos is in search of a Lead Civil Site Engineer to join our diverse and fast-paced EPC Solutions 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 8 years of directly applicable civil-site design experience
Professional Engineer License
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:
Experience leading and collaborating with Construction Contractors and material procurement teams on Design-Build or Engineer-Procure-Construction style Contracts on substation, renewable, and/or energy storage system projects.
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 Sol ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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