Distribution Engineer, Electrical Utility

Summary

Leidos is a technology-focused solutions provider serving government and commercial customers, including utilities and mobile operators. The company is seeking a Distribution Engineer/Designer to perform electric utility distribution design, develop work packages, manage assigned project scope and schedules, and support field data collection and customer coordination in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Perform design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers
• Develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, and Make Ready, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as EFD, AUD, Smallworld, ArcGIS, Infor, EAM, STORMS, and Maximo
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned
• Perform functional tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up
• Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities
• Initiate continuous improvement to workflow processes that drive efficiency and high-quality standards in client design deliverables
• Gain experience in coordinating conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements, assessing and developing large design packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements, and ROW applications
• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting: the role may require local or regional customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages

Skills

• This position has remote-working capabilities, but candidates must be located within a commutable distance of Eastern, PA in order to be considered, so we can provide support to our local utility customer as needed
• The selected candidate(s) will be expected to be available for in-person meetings and assignments throughout the customer territory in Pennsylvania on an as-needed basis
• 2+ years of prior relevant experience is required
• Bachelor's Degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred); additional relevant experience/certifications may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
• Some Prior experience with structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations
• Ability to provide your own reliable transportation, as some local or regional customer-related travel is anticipated (Job-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS-approved rates)
• Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
• Providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC
• Design tools such as Pole Foreman, Pull Planner, and Katapult
• Work management software and job estimating software
• CAD or MicroStation - performing Electrical Distribution design
• Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Positive attitude
• Professional dress and demeanor

Qualifications

Must Haves

• This position has remote-working capabilities, but candidates must be located within a commutable distance of Eastern, PA in order to be considered, so we can provide support to our local utility customer as needed
• The selected candidate(s) will be expected to be available for in-person meetings and assignments throughout the customer territory in Pennsylvania on an as-needed basis
• 2+ years of prior relevant experience is required
• Bachelor's Degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred); additional relevant experience/certifications may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
• Some Prior experience with structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations
• Ability to provide your own reliable transportation, as some local or regional customer-related travel is anticipated (Job-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS-approved rates)
• Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
• Providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC
• Design tools such as Pole Foreman, Pull Planner, and Katapult
• Work management software and job estimating software
• CAD or MicroStation - performing Electrical Distribution design
• Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Positive attitude
• Professional dress and demeanor

Benefits

• Job-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS-approved rates.
• This position has remote-working capabilities.
• Flexible work hours/work arrangements
• Managers who will encourage career development and growth opportunities, including Professional Engineer License (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Leadership training, Formal Mentorship Programs, and Management opportunities.
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement