Lead Distribution Engineer

Leidos; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Lead Distribution Engineer on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. You will design and review OH/UG distribution projects, coordinate with clients, and support complex utility designs in dense urban environments.

The role requires 4+ years of experience, a BS in an ABET-accredited engineering discipline, and proficiency with O-Calc, AutoCAD, and Microstation. Relocation assistance offered; expect 15–25% travel.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of prior relevant experience is required.
• BS in Engineering from ABET accredited institution; other experience considered.
• OH framing and design, UG distribution design, and OH to UG conversions expected.
• Experience with NESC standards and utility design tools like O-Calc.

Responsibilities

• Develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, and network projects using GIS and SAP/Bentley tools.
• Review client-provided work and assess scope requirements.
• Work in field and office settings per client standards.
• Support pole structural analysis, calcs, and protective-device coordination.
• Develop estimated costs and BOM; coordinate utilities and permits.
• Travel 15-25%; manage design packages for complex cable projects.

Skills

OH framing & design

UG distribution design

NESC Standards

O-Calc & SAG10 analysis

AutoCAD / Microstation

GIS/Bentley Expert Designer

Reviewing client scopes

Communication skills

Field & office experience

Cost estimation & BOM

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from ABET accredited institution

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

O-Calc

Bentley Expert Designer

Pole Foreman

SOCKET

Spida-Calc

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 Lead Distribution Engineer in Oahu, HIwho is passionate about electric utility design engineering. 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!

Location & Relocation

This position is based on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, and candidates are expected to relocate to Oahu to support our local utility customers, projects, and team. We welcome qualified candidates from across the United States and are pleased to offer a competitive relocation package for eligible hires.

As a Lead Distribution Engineer, you can expect to:

• Developing the work packages for OH, UG, URD, Conventional UG, Network UG, Make Ready and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as SAP and Bentley Expert Designer.


• Review work provided by Client and assess requirements of scopes


• Will be comfortable in both a field and office setting and trained in customer engineering and construction standards.


• Support pole structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, calculations of electric demand and fault currents.


• Developing estimated costs for projects and development of BOM


• Coordination of conflicting utilities, and other field engineering design requirements, the assessment and development of design big packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements and ROW applications, and the design of mainline vault medium voltage switchgear, network system design and distribution system protection and coordination.


• The design of mainline vault medium voltage switchgear, network system design and distribution system protection and coordination.


• Perform reviews of work by other engineers for submittal to Clients.


• Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.


• Comply with Leidos and Client Safety requirements as well as design and quality expectations


• Customer/job related travel is anticipated and will be reimbursed at IRS approved rates. Overnight travel may be required.


• Overnight travel may be required (15-25% travel)


• Ability to utilize personal vehicle
  

What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):

• 4+ years of prior relevant experience is required


• Bachelor of Science in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET accredited institution preferred; additional relevant experience/certifications may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree


• Experience with OH framing and design, UG distribution design, UG network projects, Voltage Conversion projects, Road Widening Projects, Major Underground Projects, Conductor replacements, and OH to UG conversions


• Experience with MH/Duct System requirements


• Experience in designing within building and street transformer vaults


• Experience with NESC Standards


• Proficient with O-Calc and line design as well as SAG10 analysis


• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Microstation for Electrical Distribution design


• Excellent verbal and written communication


• Overnight travel may be required (15-25% travel)


• Ability to utilize personal vehicle

Preferred Qualifications:

• EIT/FE credentials or PE license


• Experience with design tools such as Pole Foreman, SOCKET, and Spida-Calc.


• Experience with Hawaiian Electric design standards

At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Our Power Delivery Services Team is the go‑to for utilities and mobile operators who need reliable power and telecommunication expertise. We've worked with over 50 investor‑owned utilities, over 160 municipals/cooperatives, and we're continuing to expand our reach. Plus, we've got an amazing group of industry‑leading construction partners who help us deliver meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader has been confirmed time and time again. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms.

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.

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Pay Range

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.