Associate Distribution Engineer

Description

Leidos is seeking Associate Distribution Engineers for electric utility design engineering. We're dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is of exceptional quality. You'll work directly with clients to maintain Leidos' reputation for high‑quality work.

We are looking for candidates who can work in our Dallas/Irving office.

• Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
• Professional Engineer License (PE)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Formal Mentorship Programs
• Learning & Development Resources
• Future Management Opportunities

If you join us in this role, you'll also gain experience in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Project and Financial Management, and Client Design Standards.

The successful candidate will have interest in developing the work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as GE Small world, Bentley Expert Designer, and Maximo. Candidates should be comfortable in both field and office settings, as some field work may be required. Selected candidates will be trained in customer engineering and construction standards.

Associate Distribution Engineers will support the following activities under supervision of a technical lead:

• Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems operating from 4 kV through 138 kV.
• Comply with Leidos and client safety requirements and design and quality expectations.
• Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections, and return to the office to perform engineering design work.
• Perform engineering calculations such as structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculating voltage drop and flicker.
• Develop permitting documents for different AHJ's.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including post‑construction reviews.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.
• Work a 4/10 schedule in the client's office.

• Completed Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred) from an ABET‑accredited institution.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to utilize a personal vehicle, as some customer‑related travel could be anticipated (travel will be reimbursed at IRS‑approved rates).
• Willingness to perform both field and office work; ability to work outdoors on occasion.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Experience with distribution design tools such as BOUD, Pole Foreman, SOCKET, Spida‑Calc or similar.
• Experience using CAD tools, Micro Station and/or GIS.
• Experience with NESC.
• Experience with design standards.

• Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Positive attitude.
• Professional dress and demeanor.

Pay Range: $50,700.00 – $91,650.00. This is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation.

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement. More details are available at

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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.