Client-Facing Distribution Engineering Lead - Hybrid

Leidos; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Distribution Engineering Supervisor to lead electric utility design projects. You will develop construction work packages for the distribution system using GIS, CAD, and WMS, and coordinate with clients to ensure high-quality work.

The role covers grid hardening, reliability improvements, substation optimization, and street-light projects. You will perform engineering calculations, support permit and Right-of-Way activities, prepare BOMs, and assist with cost estimates and

Qualifications

• Experience in electric distribution engineering projects.
• Ability to develop construction work packages using industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop construction work packages for electric distribution systems using GIS/CAD/WMS and client systems.
• Contribute to grid hardening and reliability improvements, substation optimization, joint-use make-ready and street light projects.
• Perform engineering calculations including structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and protection coordination.
• Assist with permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, BOM development, cost estimation, and customer advocacy such as acquiring easements.

Skills

Client collaboration

Tools

GIS

CAD

WMS

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Distribution Engineering Supervisor to lead electric utility design projects. You will develop construction work packages for the distribution system using GIS, CAD, and WMS, and coordinate with clients to ensure high-quality work.

The role covers grid hardening, reliability improvements, substation optimization, and street-light projects. You will perform engineering calculations, support permit and Right-of-Way activities, prepare BOMs, and assist with cost estimates and