Description
Unleash Your Potential
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer's success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
We are seeking Distribution Engineers who are passionate about electric utility design engineering . We're looking for someone who is dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is of exceptional quality. You'll be working directly with clients to make sure that Leidos' reputation for high-quality work is always maintained.
As a valued team member, you can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements, as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth opportunities , including:
Professional Engineer License (PE)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Leadership training
Formal Mentorship programs
Management opportunities
Learning & Development Resources
If you join us in this role, you'll also have the opportunity to gain expertise in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Project and Financial Management, and Client Design Standards. Your greatest work is ahead!
As a Distribution Engineer, You can expect to:
Perform design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers; you may also be performing individual design tasks in addition to QC efforts within your group
Contribute to your team's work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and Work Management systems
Collaborate with other engineers and design leads on broad client issues including schedule adherence and team quality control; manage scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned.
Review engineering design packages with clients; 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
Coordinate 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 customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages
Work regularly out of our Atlanta area office where you'll collaborate with other engineers, project managers and members of leadership; This role is intended to be hybrid in nature (2-3 days/week in the office)
What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):
2+ years of prior relevant experience: Relevant experience is either working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company performing design engineering for electric distribution.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred) from an ABET accredited program/institution; Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of engineering 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 customer-related travel may be anticipated (Job-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS-approved rates)
Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
You Might Also Have Some previous experience 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
Professional Attributes that will help you succeed in this role:
Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
Ability to work with limited supervision
Positive attitude
Professional dress and demeanor
At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being 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.
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. Apply today!
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Original Posting Date:
2024-09-20
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $55,250.00 - $99,875.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
REQNUMBER: R-00144289
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
