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We are seeking a highly skilled Distribution Engineer to join our team at Leidos. As a Distribution Engineer, you will be responsible for developing design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems for our electric utility customers.

• Independently develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Collect field data to assist in developing work packages, with approximately 25-30% of time spent in the field and the remainder working remotely.
• Review work provided by clients and assess requirements of scopes, interacting frequently with customers.
• Perform engineering calculations, including structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, and voltage drop and flicker calculations.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.
• Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.
• 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 permit development, easements, and ROW applications.

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial); An associate's degree in a technical field will be considered.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to utilize a personal vehicle, as some customer-related travel is anticipated (Job-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS-approved rates)
• Willingness to perform both field and office work; Ability to work in outdoor environments
• Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
• Candidates with relevant experience will be preferred: Relevant experience is either working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company performing electric distribution design engineering
• Candidates possessing prior Experience with distribution design tools such as BOUD, Pole Foreman, Spida-Calc, O-Calc or similar will be preferred

• Experience with NESC Standards, ESRI, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, and GIS
• Structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations.
• Work management software and job estimating software.
• CAD tools

• Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Positive attitude
• Professional dress and demeanor

Leidos is 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 Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader has been confirmed time and time again. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms.