Senior Distribution Engineer

Leidos Senior Distribution Engineer – Framingham, MA

Leidos is seeking a Senior Distribution Engineer in the Framingham, MA area 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. If you join us in this role, you'll gain expertise in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Field Data Collection, and Client Design Standards.

The position is hybrid – 3 days per week in our office and 2 days remotely.

• Lead the development of electrical distribution work packages; perform engineering design and analysis; potentially work on programmatic, capital or reliability design (e.g., 3rd party attachment, make‑ready, overloaded transformers, reconductor, voltage conversion, DG, FLISR, underground, etc.).
• Be responsible for QA/QC tasks on your assigned team; play a role in quality reviews of your team’s designs prior to submittals for client projects.
• Review engineering design packages with clients; review and organize existing program work.
• Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities.
• Interact directly with clients on a frequent, as‑needed basis.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including post‑construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.
• Coordinate conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements; assist with work permit development, easements, and ROW applications.
• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting; the role may require some customer‑site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages.
• In the future, play a role in hiring for the future of your team.

• 4+ years of relevant experience working electric distribution projects in a consulting environment for electric utilities or working directly at an electric utility.
• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Industrial) from an ABET‑accredited institution; additional relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a specific engineering degree.
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC).
• Experience with engineering design quality control.
• Familiarity with pole‑loading software (O‑Calc, Pole Foreman, etc.) and distribution pole analysis.
• Ability to utilize a personal vehicle, as some customer‑related travel may be anticipated (travel will be reimbursed at IRS‑approved rates).
• Willingness to perform both field and office work; ability to work outdoors on occasion; the role may require customer‑site visits to collect field data.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

• Previous QA/QC experience.
• Experience providing estimated costs, developing a BOM, and calculating the CIAC.
• Demonstrated history of customer interaction.
• Proficient with STORMS software and GIS.
• Prior leadership experience.

• Strong communication skills – written and interpersonal.
• Collaborative and inclusive of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Professional dress and demeanor.
• Attention to detail and highly organized.
• Excellent time management.

Pay Range: $73,450.00 – $. This is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation is based on responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and other factors.

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. Additional details are available at the company site.

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.