Senior Distribution Designer

DescriptionAt Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.Leidos is seeking a Senior Distribution Designer 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.At 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.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:

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Leadership training

Mentorship Programs

Management opportunities

If you join us in this role, you'll also have the opportunity to gain expertise in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Project and Financial Management, and Client Design Standards. Your greatest work is ahead!As a Senior Distribution Designer You can expect to:

Assist in the oversight of your team's design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers; you may also be performing individual design tasks in addition to QAQC efforts within your group

Develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and other projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems

Manage scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned.

Review engineering design packages with clients

Perform functional tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up

Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities

Initiate continuous improvement to workflow processes that drive efficiency and high-quality standards in client design deliverables

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

What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):

8+ years of prior relevant experience is required working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company performing design engineering for electric distribution

Experience and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)

Prior experience with structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations

Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills

Ability to provide your own reliable transportation; This position may involve some local or regional travel, including customer meeting or site visits to collect data. (All customer-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS approved rates).

You Might Also Have Some previous experience with:

Providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC.

MicroStation, DDS, or similar systems, performing Electrical Distribution design.

Work management software and job estimating software.

CAD tools

Professional Attributes that will help you succeed in this role:

Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.

Ability to work with limited supervision

Positive attitude

Professional dress and demeanor

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.PDSDLINEPowerDeliveryPay Range:Pay Range $84,500.00 - $152,750.00The 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.REQNUMBER: R-00124338All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.