Distribution Engineering Supervisor

Leidos; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks a Distribution Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of 5–8 engineers in Hawaii, developing design and construction work packages for distribution systems from 4 kV to 138 kV. The role involves leading a project team, coordinating with clients, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Based in Oahu, relocation is offered; travel to sites and client meetings is expected. Strong leadership, communication, and GIS/CAD skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Experience designing distribution systems (overhead/underground).
• Knowledge of NESC standards and design practices.
• Willingness to travel 15–25% and perform field/office work.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5–8 engineers to develop design/construction work packages for distribution systems 4–138 kV.
• Develop work packages using GIS, CAD, WMS, and client systems.
• Oversee day-to-day assignments, scope, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Team leadership

Verbal & written communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Field and office work

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

ESRI GIS

O-Calc

Sag10

Spida-Calc

Excel

Job description

Distribution Engineering Supervisor

Leidos seeks a Distribution Engineering Supervisor in Oahu, Hawaii responsible for electric utility design engineering. The role involves leading a team of 5‑8 engineers to develop design and construction work packages for distribution systems ranging from 4 kV to 138 kV.

Location & Relocation

Position is based in Oahu, Hawaii. Candidates are expected to relocate to Oahu and will be offered a competitive relocation package.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5‑8 engineers to develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems operating from 4 kV through 138 kV, primarily for programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint‑use, and inspection reports.
• Develop work packages using GIS, CAD, WMS, and other client systems.
• Oversee day‑to‑day assignments for direct reports and maintain project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Act as technical lead for engineers/designers, ensuring construction work packages include engineering calculations and constructability concerns.
• Train junior engineers and designers, oversee onboarding and performance of direct reports.
• Review client work, assess requirements, and communicate progress, technical issues, and schedule.
• Comply with Leidos and client safety requirements, design and quality expectations.
• Develop permitting documents for various AHJs and coordinate with permit agencies, right‑of‑way specialists, system owners, field leaders, forestry leaders, and third‑party owners for joint‑owned poles.
• Travel to sites and client meetings as needed.
• Perform engineering calculations such as structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, conductor sag and tension specifications, voltage drop and flicker calculations.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of work by other engineers for client submittal.
• Provide engineering support during construction, including post‑construction reviews.
• Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET‑accredited institution; additional relevant experience or certifications may be considered.
• Experience with NESC Standards, MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, Bluebeam and/or Adobe.
• Proven experience designing distribution systems for overhead, underground, or underground‑in‑roof environments.
• Experience with ESRI and GIS is a plus.
• Experience with distribution design tools such as O‑Calc and SAG10 is required; BOUD, Pole Foreman, and Spida‑Calc are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to review other engineers’ designs and spot errors.
• Experience monitoring scopes and tracking work progress.
• Prior team leadership experience is a plus.
• Willingness to perform both field and office work; overnight travel may be required (15‑25 % travel). Ability to work in outdoor environments and utilize a personal vehicle.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.