Associate Distribution Engineer

Leidos; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Associate Distribution Engineer in Oahu, HI to design and deliver electrical distribution projects from 4kV to 138kV. You will develop design and construction work packages and work with utilities to ensure high-quality outcomes while traveling to sites as needed.

The role emphasizes NESC standards, GIS design, and coordination with other disciplines, with 10–20% travel and opportunities for professional growth and PE/PMP development.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Experience with NESC standards and GIS tools preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office required.
• Willingness to travel 10–20% to site locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems 4kV–138kV, typically for programmatic work.
• Comply with Leidos safety requirements and design/quality expectations.
• Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections, then return to office for engineering design.
• Perform engineering calculations such as structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying, conductor sag/tension, and voltage drop/flicker.
• Develop permitting documents for different AHJs.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure standards are met.
• Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigations using engineering principles.

Skills

NESC expertise

Strong communication

Field work readiness

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil/Industrial)

Tools

ESRI GIS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

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.

Leidos is seeking Associate Distribution Engineers in Oahu, HI who are passionate about electric utility design engineering. We're looking for someone dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is delivered with exceptional quality. You'll work directly with utility clients to maintain Leidos' reputation for excellence while leading a talented team supporting one of the nation's most unique electric utility systems. Your greatest work is ahead!

In this role, you can also expect to gain experience/expertise in:

• NESC expertise


• Structural Pole Modeling


• Electrical Power Calculations


• GIS Design


• Interactions with other disciplines (Substation, Protection & Controls, and Civil Structural)

As an Associate Distribution Engineer, you 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 4kV through 138kV mostly associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports.


• Comply with Leidos and Client Safety requirements as well as 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 calculation of voltage drop and flicker.


• Develop permitting documents for different AHJ’s.


• Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.


• Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.

Associate Distribution Engineer Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET accredited institution


• Experience with NESC Standards, ESRI, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, and GIS a plus.


• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required.


• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.


• Willingness to perform both field and office work.


• Overnight travel may be required (10-20% travel).


• Ability to work in outdoor environments.


• Ability to utilize personal vehicle.

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 Professional Engineer License (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Leadership training, Formal Mentorship Programs, Management opportunities.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay Range

Pay Range $50,700.00 - $91,650.00

The 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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.