Distribution Engineer

Description

Job Description:

Currently, we are seeking multiple Distribution Engineers for electric utility design engineering in our Walled Lake, MI office. This role will require oversight and QA/QC of both simple and complex engineering projects, working directly with clients, and ensuring the Leidos reputation of high quality is maintained.

Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. In addition to providing engineering and project management services, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, and Top 10 Power Firms.

Successful candidates 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 including:

• Professional Engineer License (PE)

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

• Leadership training

• Management opportunities

In this role, you can also expect to gain experience in:

• NESC

• Structural Pole Modeling

• Electrical Power Calculations

• GIS design training

• Project and financial management

• Client design standards

In this role, the qualified individual will be expected to:

• Perform design engineering
• Manage scope, schedule and budget of work assigned
• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting
• 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 in support of client priorities.
• Establish and develop client relationships while providing a positive influence in leading a team and collaborating with peers.
• Initiate continuous improvement to work flow processes that drive efficiency and high quality standards in client design deliverables.
• More experienced/senior candidates may have the opportunity to lead and develop a team of engineers
• Provide their own reliable transportation, as some customer-related travel may be anticipated (Job-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS approved rates.)
• Candidates with multiple years of experience may be eligible to assist in developing and leading teams of engineers and designers

Project work will include developing 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. Successful candidates will have some prior experience with structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, calculations of electric demand and fault currents. Candidates will gain experience in coordination of conflicting utilities, and other field engineering design requirements, the assessment and development of design big packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements and ROW applications. This position may also require customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in the development of work packages.

Background Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree  (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial)
• 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
• Experience with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and distribution construction standards
• Experience with work management software and job estimating software
• Experience using CAD tools

Nice to haves:

• Experience providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC
• Experience with design tools such as Pole Foreman, SOCKET, Spida-Calc, DDS
• Experience  using MicroStation--performing Electrical Distribution design 
• Experience with design standards 

Professional Attributes that will help you succeed in this role:

• Strong communication skills, written and interpersonal communications skills and supporting of customer advocacy
• Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations
• Positive attitude
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Professional demeanor

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.

Protect yourself and your family with the benefits of working for a world-class employer.  When you join Leidos, you join a Fortune 500 company and one of Ethisphere Institute’s “World's Most Ethical Companies.”

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 45,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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 here.

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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.