Distribution Engineer — Field & Design (Oahu, HI)

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

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.