Distribution Engineer

About the role

Leidos is seeking Distribution Engineers & Designers in Michigan who are passionate about electric utility design engineering. We’re looking for someone dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is of exceptional quality. You'll be working directly with clients to maintain Leidos' reputation for high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Perform design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers
• Develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as DDS, GDT, GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer, and Maximo
• Manage the scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned
• Design tools such as Pole Foreman, SOCKET, Spida-Calc, DDS
• Review engineering design packages with clients
• Perform functional tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up
• Initiate continuous improvement to workflow processes that drive efficiency and high-quality standards in client design deliverables
• Coordinate conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements
• Assess and develop large design packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments
• Work with work permits, easements, and ROW applications
• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting: the role may require customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages

Requirements

• 2+ years of prior relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred); additional relevant experience/certifications may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree
• Relevant experience working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company performing design engineering for electric distribution
• Knowledge and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
• Some prior knowledge of structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations
• Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills

Qualifications

• Proficiency with providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC
• MicroStation - performing Electrical Distribution design
• Work management software and job estimating software
• CAD tools

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with GIS and WMS systems
• Knowledge of electrical distribution design principles

Benefits

At Leidos, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation
• Health and wellness programs
• Income protection
• Paid leave
• Roth 401(k) plan
• Retirement savings options

Pay

The pay range for this role is $59,150.00 - $106,925.00 per year.

Schedule

This position offers remote-working capabilities, but candidates must be located within a commutable distance of our Michigan support areas in order to be considered, so we can provide support to our local utility customer as needed.

Leidos Commitment

Leidos is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of their background, identity, or beliefs.