Distribution Designer

About the role

Leidos is seeking a Distribution Designer to work in the Framingham, MA area. Successful candidates will have interest in developing construction work packages for the electric distribution system using various software systems and construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and construction work package development of electrical overhead and underground distribution systems (operating from 4kV through 138kV), mostly associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports.
• Comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule and budget.
• Field pole locations and take detailed notes on existing conditions.
• Fielding equipment to be provided and mileage is reimbursable.
• Perform engineering calculations that may include structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and coordination of protective devices.
• Prepare forestry trimming requests, facilitate permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, develop a BOM, estimate costs, and customer advocacy such as acquiring easements or calculating a customer Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering field or related.
• Less than two years of prior relevant experience.
• Background working with a utility performing design work.
• Ability to work in the field approximately half of the work week.
• Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, SPIDA Calc, Pole Foreman) and SAP.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with or knowledge of projects in distribution design: using medium voltage switchgear, voltage conversion projects, distribution automation projects.
• Experience with or knowledge of development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PLS-CADD, MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus.

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.

Skills

• NESC Structural Pole Modeling
• Electrical Power Calculations
• GIS design
• Project management
• Financial management

Benefits

• Pay Range: $50,700.00 - $91,650.00
• Employment benefits include 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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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.