Distribution Engineer

Leidos Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Houston is seeking a Distribution Engineer with experience in electric utility design. The role involves performing design engineering, managing project scopes, and developing work packages using specific software tools. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior relevant experience in engineering.
• Experience with electric utility design engineering.
• Ability to manage projects and collaborate with clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform design engineering for electric utility projects.
• Develop work packages using GIS and WMS systems.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Design engineering for electric utilities

Strong written and verbal communication

Knowledge of National Electric Safety Code (NESC)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering discipline

Tools

MicroStation

CAD tools

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.

As a Distribution Engineer, you can expect to:

• Perform design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers
• Develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as DDS, GDT, GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer, and Maximo
• Manage the scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned.
• Design tools such as Pole Foreman, SOCKET, Spida-Calc, DDS.
• 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
• Gain experience in coordinating 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
• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting: the role may require customer‑site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages

What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements)

• 2+ years of prior relevant experience.
• Requires Bachelor of Science in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET accredited institution; additional relevant experience/certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Relevant experience working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company performing design engineering for electric distribution.
• Knowledge and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
• Some prior knowledge of 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

You Might Also Have Proficiency with

• Providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC.
• MicroStation -performing Electrical Distribution design.
• Work management software and job estimating software.
• CAD tools

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.