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Distribution Engineer-March 2024
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ABOUT LEIDOS
Leidos is a Fortune 500® information technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security
501 - 1,000 employees
Consulting
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About Distribution Engineer

  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.

  If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

  Leidos is on the hunt for a Distribution Engineer who is 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.

  This position is remote in nature, but candidates must be located within a commutable distance of Allentown, PA in order to be considered, so we can provide support to our local utility customer as needed. The selected candidate will be expected to report to on-site meetings in the Allentown area on an ad-hoc basis.

  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)

  Formal Mentorship programs

  Developmental Leadership & Technical trainings

  Management opportunities

  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

  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 scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned.

  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

  Gain experience in coordinating 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 local or regional customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages

  What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):

  Mid-level Engineer: A minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience is required

  Senior-Level Engineer:A minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience is required; 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) from an ABET accredited institution; additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of bachelor's 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 local or regional customer-related travel is 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.

  Design tools such as Pole Foreman, SOCKET, Spida-Calc, DDS.

  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, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.

  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.

  Join our team and discover a culture of collaboration, innovation, diversity, communication transparency, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction. Apply today!

  PDSDLINE

  PowerDelivery

  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.

  Original Posting Date:

  01/17/2024

  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.

  REQNUMBER: R-00126754-OTHLOC-PL-2D2277

  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.

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