Distribution Engineering Supervisor

Leidos Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc is seeking a Distribution Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of engineers delivering design and construction packages for distribution systems from 4 kV to 138 kV on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. You will closely collaborate with clients, supervise daily tasks, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

You will mentor junior staff, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and coordinate with permitting agencies and field leaders.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required or equivalent with substitution options.
• Experience designing distribution systems for overhead/underground/urban settings.
• Proficiency with GIS and design software such as MicroStation; knowledge of O-Calc required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5–8 engineers to develop design and construction work packages for distribution systems 4 kV–138 kV.
• Provide technical leadership and review engineering calculations and constructability concerns.
• Train junior engineers and designers and manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders; travel to sites and meetings as needed.
• Perform engineering analyses (structural, voltage drop, sag) and conduct QAQC for client submittals.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Engineering calculations

QAQC

Field and office work

Travel readiness

Reviewing engineer designs

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil/Industrial)

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Adobe

ESRI GIS

O-Calc

SAG10

Pole Foreman

Spida-Calc

Job description

Distribution Engineering Supervisor

Leidos seeks a Distribution Engineering Supervisor in Oahu, Hawaii to lead a talented team supporting one of the nation’s most unique electric utility systems. The role requires dedication to delivering exceptional quality on projects ranging from simple to complex, working directly with utility clients and ensuring Leidos’ reputation for excellence.

Location & Relocation

This position is based on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Candidates are expected to relocate to support local utility customers, projects, and team. The company offers a competitive relocation package for eligible hires.

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.
• Develop work packages using GIS, CAD tools, WMS, and other client systems for programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspections, joint use, and street light projects.
• Oversee day‑to‑day assignments for direct reports.
• Provide technical leadership for engineers and designers in developing construction work packages, including engineering calculations and constructability concerns.
• Train junior engineers and designers.
• Assist the Engineering Manager in maintaining project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee onboarding and performance management of direct reports.
• Review client work and assess scope requirements.
• Communicate progress, technical issues, and schedules clearly with clients.
• Comply with Leidos and client safety requirements, design, and quality expectations.
• Develop permitting documents for various AHJs.
• 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 customer 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.
• Conduct QAQC reviews of work by other engineers for client submittals.
• 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 prior relevant experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET‑accredited institution; additional relevant experience or certifications may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with NESC Standards, MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, and Bluebeam and/or Adobe.
• Proven experience designing distribution systems for overhead, underground, or urban distribution settings.
• 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 experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to review other engineer designs and detect 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 outdoors and utilize a personal vehicle.

Benefits

Pay Range: $73,450.00 – $132,775.00. The pay range is a general guideline and is not guaranteed; final compensation is determined by responsibilities, experience, education, and market data.

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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.