Distribution Designer

Leidos LLC; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Distribution Designer to support Framingham, MA area projects. You will develop construction work packages for electric distribution systems (4kV–138kV) using GIS, CAD, and other client systems, with duties spanning field surveys, calculations, and project coordination.

The role demands field work about half the time, collaboration with clients and project teams, and experience with distributed systems including OH/UG/URD environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering field or related and less than two years of prior relevant experience.
• Background working with a utility performing design work.
• Ability to work in the field approximately half of the work week.
• Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, SPIDA Calc, Pole Foreman) and SAP.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with distribution design projects using medium voltage equipment and related infrastructure.
• Experience with civil & electrical package development for complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PLS-CADD, MicroStation, and GIS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical overhead and underground distribution work packages (4kV–138kV).
• Ensure quality control and safe work practices within project scope, schedule and budget.
• Field pole locations and document existing conditions.
• Fielding equipment and mileage reimbursement.

Skills

Client communication

Field work

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

PLS-CADD

MicroStation

GIS

O-Calc

SPIDA Calc

Pole Foreman

SAP

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Distribution Designer to work in the Framingham, MA area. Successful Distribution Designer candidate will have interest in developing construction work packages for the electric distribution system using various software systems and construction standards. Distribution systems may be in an OH, UG, or URD environment. Project work may include joint use make ready, and street light projects. Work packages will be developed using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools, Work Management Systems (WMS), and other client systems. Project work will require performing engineering calculations that may include structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and coordination of protective devices. Assignments may also include preparing forestry trimming requests, facilitating permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, development of a BOM, estimating costs, and customer advocacy such as acquiring easements or calculating a customer Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC).

Distribution Designer Responsibilities

• Design and construction work package development of 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 quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule and budget.
• Field pole locations and take detailed notes on existing conditions.
• Fielding equipment to be provided and mileage is reimbursable.

Distribution Designer Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering field or related and less than two years of prior relevant experience.
• Background working with a utility performing design work.
• Ability to work in the field approximately half of the work week.
• Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, SPIDA Calc, Pole Foreman) and SAP.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with or knowledge of projects in distribution design: using medium voltage switchgear, voltage conversion projects, distribution automation projects
• Experience with or knowledge of development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PLS-CADD, MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus

No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself. Protect yourself and your family with the benefits of working for a world-class employer.

When you join Leidos, you join a Fortune 500 company and one of Ethisphere Institute’s "World's Most Ethical Companies." Successful candidates 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.

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

• NESC Structural Pole Modeling
• Electrical Power Calculations
• GIS design
• Project management
• Financial management
• PDSDLINE PowerDelivery

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.

Original Posting: May 29, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $50,700.00 - $91,650.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

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 $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. 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 here.

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Commitment and Diversity

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.