Senior Distribution Engineer
Company: Leidos Inc
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: November 14, 2024
Job Description:
Description Leidos is seeking an experienced Distribution
Engineering leader for electric utility design in Pennsylvania. 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
- Learning & Development Resources
- Management & Leadership Opportunities
- Technical UpskillingThis position is a unique career
opportunity to play a pivotal role in helping to grow a team and
shape business relationships with Leidos' utility customer in the
area. In this role, you'll play a part in building a program and
shaping the future of an important part of our distribution
engineering business.This role is based out of Pennsylvania, but is
largely remote in nature. Some regional travel is expected (-20%),
so candidates should be located in state in order for Leidos to
best serve our utility customers. Typical Day:10%-30% working with
client remotely60%-80% Engineering and development of design
packages for customer10% admin/planning/customer follow-upAs a
Senior Distribution Engineer, You can expect to:
- Independently develop design and construction work packages for
electrical overhead and underground distribution systems for Leidos
electric utility customers
- Interact directly with our utility client on a frequent,
as-needed basis; including meetings at customer facilities
- Review work provided by Client and assess requirements of
scopes.
- Perform engineering calculations such as: structural analysis
for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor
sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculation of voltage
drop and flicker.
- 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, assessing and developing large design packages
for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments,
work permit development, easements, and ROW applications
- In the future, you can expect to play a role in the hiring
process for the future of your teamWhat Sets You Apart (Background
Requirements):
- 5+ years of relevant work experience performing electric
distribution design engineering either in a consulting environment
for electric utilities or working directly at an electric
utility
- Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline from an
accredited institution; Additional relevant experience can be
considered in lieu of engineering-specific degree
- 1 year+ of demonstrated experience in a leadership role
- Experience with the execution of distribution projects from
kickoff through design approved, including Customer interaction and
Process documentation
- Experience with utility reliability projects
- Ability to demonstrate proficiency with the NESC
- Ability to utilize a personal vehicle,as some customer-related
travel could be 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 on occasion; The role may require
customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in
developing work packages
- Candidates should possess valid U.S. driver's licensePreferred
Qualifications:
- Previous QAQC experience
- Experience providing estimated costs, development of a BOM,
calculating the CIAC
- Demonstrated history of Customer Interaction
- Experience with design tools such as Pole Foreman, O-Calc,
Spida-CalcProfessional Attributes that will help you succeed in
this role:
- Strong communication skills,written and interpersonal
communications skillsand supporting of customer advocacy
- Collaborative and inclusive of individuals of diverse
backgrounds and geographic locations
- Positive attitude
- Ability to work with limited supervision
- Professional dress and demeanor
- Attention to detail & Highly organized
- Excellent time managementAt 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. For us, helping you grow
your career is good business. Apply
Today!PDSDLINEPowerDeliveryOriginal Posting Date:2024-10-01While
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
$87,100.00 - $157,450.00The 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.#Remote
Keywords: Leidos Inc, Vineland , Senior Distribution Engineer, Engineering , Philadelphia, New Jersey
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