Leidos
Description
Leidos is seeking a
Power Distribution Designer
to join our expanding Power Distribution Engineering team. Location : The ideal candidate will be within a commutable distance to West Virginia (near Charleston WV area). This position is primarily remote, with occasional travel required to West Virginia, Virginia, and nearby regions. Invest in Your Career! At Leidos, we recognize that the most skilled and diverse engineering professionals have many career choices. Your experience with us will be an excellent investment in your professional journey. We are looking for candidates eager to develop construction work packages for electric distribution systems utilizing various software and construction standards across overhead (OH), underground (UG), or underground residential distribution (URD) environments. Key Responsibilities: Design and create construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems (operating from 4kV to 138kV). Ensure compliance with quality control measures and safe work practices, while adhering to project scope, schedule, and budget. Participate in projects involving reliability program work, line relocation, and other system improvement initiatives. Utilize Distribution Design Studio (DDS), Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools, Work Management Systems (WMS), and other client systems for work package development. Conduct engineering calculations, including structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand analysis, fault currents, and protective device coordination. Conduct field surveys, prepare forestry trimming requests, facilitate permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, develop Bill of Materials (BOM), estimate costs, and engage in customer advocacy such as acquiring easements or calculating Contributions in Aid of Construction (CIAC). Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master's Degree with 1+ year of experience. Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, SPIDA Calc, Pole Foreman) and SAP. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and project teams. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience in distribution design projects involving line reconductors/relocations, voltage conversions, and distribution automation. Proficiency in DDS, ESRI, AutoCAD 3D, Civil 3D, PLS-CADD, MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is advantageous. Successful applicants can look forward to a dynamic, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/arrangements. We are committed to your career development and provide opportunities for: Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT) Professional Engineer License (PE) Project Management Professional (PMP) Leadership training Management opportunities In this position, you will gain experience/expertise in: NESC compliance Structural Pole Modeling Electrical Power Calculations GIS design Project management Financial management Join Leidos!
We deliver innovative solutions through our dedicated and talented team members who are invested in our customers' success. We empower our employees, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide our business practices. Your Future Matters!
Leidos seeks top talent and, in return, invests in you with robust opportunities for career advancement, continuous improvement, and support for obtaining professional certifications. We challenge you to help address some of the world's toughest challenges while rewarding you with a welcoming culture that values work-life balance, competitive compensation, and benefits. Diversity and inclusion propel us forward and create a dynamic workplace. PDSDLINE PowerDelivery At Leidos, we seek individuals who challenge the status quo and aspire to innovate. If you are someone who always thinks about what's next and are eager to contribute, you will fit right in with our team! Original Posting:
September 9, 2025 Pay Range:
Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered when extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), or other legal considerations.
Power Distribution Designer
to join our expanding Power Distribution Engineering team. Location : The ideal candidate will be within a commutable distance to West Virginia (near Charleston WV area). This position is primarily remote, with occasional travel required to West Virginia, Virginia, and nearby regions. Invest in Your Career! At Leidos, we recognize that the most skilled and diverse engineering professionals have many career choices. Your experience with us will be an excellent investment in your professional journey. We are looking for candidates eager to develop construction work packages for electric distribution systems utilizing various software and construction standards across overhead (OH), underground (UG), or underground residential distribution (URD) environments. Key Responsibilities: Design and create construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems (operating from 4kV to 138kV). Ensure compliance with quality control measures and safe work practices, while adhering to project scope, schedule, and budget. Participate in projects involving reliability program work, line relocation, and other system improvement initiatives. Utilize Distribution Design Studio (DDS), Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools, Work Management Systems (WMS), and other client systems for work package development. Conduct engineering calculations, including structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand analysis, fault currents, and protective device coordination. Conduct field surveys, prepare forestry trimming requests, facilitate permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, develop Bill of Materials (BOM), estimate costs, and engage in customer advocacy such as acquiring easements or calculating Contributions in Aid of Construction (CIAC). Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master's Degree with 1+ year of experience. Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, SPIDA Calc, Pole Foreman) and SAP. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and project teams. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience in distribution design projects involving line reconductors/relocations, voltage conversions, and distribution automation. Proficiency in DDS, ESRI, AutoCAD 3D, Civil 3D, PLS-CADD, MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is advantageous. Successful applicants can look forward to a dynamic, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/arrangements. We are committed to your career development and provide opportunities for: Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT) Professional Engineer License (PE) Project Management Professional (PMP) Leadership training Management opportunities In this position, you will gain experience/expertise in: NESC compliance Structural Pole Modeling Electrical Power Calculations GIS design Project management Financial management Join Leidos!
We deliver innovative solutions through our dedicated and talented team members who are invested in our customers' success. We empower our employees, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide our business practices. Your Future Matters!
Leidos seeks top talent and, in return, invests in you with robust opportunities for career advancement, continuous improvement, and support for obtaining professional certifications. We challenge you to help address some of the world's toughest challenges while rewarding you with a welcoming culture that values work-life balance, competitive compensation, and benefits. Diversity and inclusion propel us forward and create a dynamic workplace. PDSDLINE PowerDelivery At Leidos, we seek individuals who challenge the status quo and aspire to innovate. If you are someone who always thinks about what's next and are eager to contribute, you will fit right in with our team! Original Posting:
September 9, 2025 Pay Range:
Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered when extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), or other legal considerations.