Distribution Design Engineer

About the role

The successful candidate will be a Distribution Engineer for Leidos' Eastern Pennsylvania workload. This is a fully remote position initially, with the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid schedule in the King of Prussia area when an office is available.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop construction work packages for the electric distribution system using various software systems and construction standards.
• Perform engineering calculations related to structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and protective device coordination.
• Prepare forestry trimming requests, facilitate permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, develop Bill of Materials (BOM), estimate costs, and engage in customer advocacy such as acquiring easements or calculating Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC).
• Develop civil and electrical packages for complex cable/conduit installations in dense urban environments.
• Communicate effectively with clients and project teams, ensuring compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget.

Requirements

• Education and Experience:
  • Level 1: Associate Degree with 0-1 years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Level 2: Bachelor's Degree + 2 years of relevant experience OR Associate Degree + 4 years of relevant experience OR Master's Degree + 2 years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma + 8 years of relevant experience.
• Skills:
  • Experience with ESRI, AutoCAD 3D, Civil 3D, PLS-CADD, MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, SPIDA Calc, Pole Foreman).
  • Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams.
  • Experience with projects in distribution design: using medium voltage switchgear, voltage conversion projects, distribution automation projects.
  • Experience with development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments.

Qualifications

• No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself.
• Protect yourself and your family with the benefits of working for a world-class employer. When you join Leidos, you join a Fortune 500 company and one of Ethisphere Institute’s “World's Most Ethical Companies.”
• Successful candidates can look forward to a fast-paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements, including managers who will encourage career development and growth.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $50,700.00 - $91,650.00
• Additional benefits include employment benefits such as competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement.

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.

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.
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