Distribution Engineering Manager

Leidos; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Distribution Engineering Manager in Framingham, MA to lead distribution engineers and designers in creating construction work packages for electric distribution systems. The role includes technical oversight, QA/QC, and collaboration with clients within a growing Power Distribution Engineering group.

The position offers a hybrid in-office schedule (3–4 days/week in Framingham) with potential travel and exceptional candidates considered for remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an ABET-accredited engineering discipline (Electrical or Mechanical preferred).
• 8+ years of relevant experience or 6+ years with master's.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering personnel.
• Proficient knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and client construction standards.
• Successful project management experience (initiate, plan, execute, monitor & control, closeout).
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Collaborative and inclusive across diverse backgrounds and locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight, direction, and support for project teams.
• Function as client point of contact and liaison on project-related issues.
• Collaborate with other design managers on schedule adherence and team quality control.
• Oversee and manage existing capital, reliability, and customer project work (OH & UG).
• Facilitate client and team collaboration; manage resource loading based on client demands.
• Track scope, schedule, and budget for projects in flight; oversee QA/QC for your design team.
• Monitor team performance metrics and report financials; participate in hiring and professional development.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project management

Communication skills

NESC knowledge

Client liaison

Team building

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

PoleForeman

AUD

GE Smallworld

Maximo

STORMS

EAM

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 a Distribution Engineering Manager who is passionate about electric utility design engineering to lead and oversee a team within our growing Power Distribution Engineering organization. This role will be responsible for leading distribution engineers and designers in the development of construction work packages for electric distribution systems, while providing technical oversight and QA/QC for both simple and complex engineering projects.

The team will utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools, Work Management Systems (WMS), and other client systems to develop high-quality work packages in accordance with client and construction standards. The Distribution Engineering Manager will also oversee activities such as developing bills of materials (BOMs), cost estimating, forestry trimming requests, permitting and Right-of-Way acquisition, easements, and Customer Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) calculations. This role will work directly with clients, provide leadership and guidance to the engineering team, and ensure Leidos’ reputation for high-quality work is maintained.

Location: This position is based in Framingham, MA with a preference for candidates who can work in the office 3–4 days per week. Remote work may be considered for an exceptional candidate, with the expectation of periodic travel to the Framingham office for team meetings, collaboration, and other business needs. The selected candidate must be available to travel to the Framingham office on an as-needed basis.

As a Distribution Engineering Manager, you can expect to:

• Provide technical oversight, direction, and support for project teams.
• Function as client point of contact and liaison on project-related issues.
• Collaborate with other design managers on broad client issues including schedule adherence and team quality control
• Oversee and manage existing capital, reliability, and customer project work for clients: Customer project work may include reconductors, voltage conversions, load swaps, circuit rebuilds, DOT relocations, DG integrations, and new, large customer development feeds (OH & UG).
• Facilitate client & team collaboration and communication; managing resource loading based on clients demands.
• Track scope, schedule, and budget for projects in flight
• Oversee QA/QC for your design team
• Monitor team performance metrics
• Track and report financial metrics
• Partake in Hiring efforts for your team, as well as participate in activities that will drive professional development for designers and engineers in your organization

What Sets You Apart (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical or Mechanical preferred) from an ABET-accredited institution; Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 8+ years of prior relevant experience is required OR 6+ years of relevant experience with master’s degree.
• Demonstrated Experience leading engineering personnel
• Proficient knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and comprehension of client construction standards.
• Successful project management experience (initiate, plan, execute, monitor & control, closeout)
• Strong communication skills, written and interpersonal communications skills.
• Collaborative and inclusive of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and provide leadership to other team members; Ability to work effectively in teams.

You Might Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with software such as PoleForeman, AUD, GE Smallworld, Maximo, STORMS, EAM, or similar products.
• Experience with complex projects in distribution design: using medium voltage switchgear, voltage conversion projects, distribution automation projects.
• Experience with development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments.
• PMP certification and/or PE license

We’re looking for someone who is dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is of exceptional quality. You'll be working directly with clients to make sure that Leidos' reputation for high-quality work is always maintained. If you join us in this role, you'll gain expertise in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Field Data Collection, and Client Design Standards. Your greatest work is ahead!

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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

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.