Distribution Planning and Analysis Engineer

Distribution Planning and Analysis Engineer

Leidos Engineering is seeking a (REMOTE) Distribution Planning and Analysis Engineer to join our distribution planning team. The role involves execution of distribution planning, distributed energy resource (DER) interconnection impact, arc flash and coordination studies, distribution protection, and self‑healing systems as project and client needs dictate. Studies are conducted for municipal utilities, investor‑owned utilities, and electric system cooperatives. The position will involve some client‑facing work and business development activities.

Growth potential is significant for a qualified candidate.

Growth and Development Opportunities:

• Professional Engineer License (PE)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Technical & Non‑Technical Training Opportunities
• Leadership Opportunities
• Mentorship & Training Opportunities
• Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team

In this role, you can also expect to gain:

• NESC expertise
• Interface with local clients
• Electrical power calculations
• Interactions with other disciplines
• Strategic development
• Expanding a portfolio of business
• Partnering with a variety of utility clients nationwide

The candidate should possess solid analytical distribution experience including load flow for traditional planning studies and regulatory compliance studies, distribution protection system, and self‑healing network configurations. Familiarity with distribution policy, regulatory issues, and arc flash assessments is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 5+ years of experience in wide‑area power system modeling, analysis, and planning, including Power Flow, Short Circuit, Protection and Coordination, Arc Flash, Volt/VAR, and Time Series studies on the distribution system.
• Experience functioning in a technical role in distribution studies and capable of conducting studies under the direction of a technical supervisor.
• Experience with power system modeling and analysis tools including CYME’s CYMDist, Milsoft’s Wind Mil, and/or DNV GL’s Synergi.
• Experience with Python scripting.
• Strong communication skills: listening, writing, and presentation.
• Team player, able to collaborate with diverse people across geographic locations.
• U.S. citizen.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

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.

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