Lead Distribution Engineer

Leidos Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Lead Distribution Engineer to drive electrical distribution design and QAQC for client projects. You will lead work packages, coordinate with clients, and support field activities, with a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote).

The role requires 4+ years of distribution experience, a relevant ABET-accredited engineering degree, and US citizenship. Strong NESC knowledge and pole loading software experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of electric distribution experience in a consulting environment or at a utility
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET accredited institution
• Experience with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
• Experience with engineering design quality control
• Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, Pole Foreman) and distribution pole analysis
• Ability to use a personal vehicle for field work and travel (reimbursed)
• Willingness to perform field and office work with occasional customer-site visits
• Candidates must have a valid U.S. driver’s license
• US citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of electrical distribution work packages; perform engineering design and analysis
• QAQC tasks on the assigned team and quality reviews before client submittals
• Review engineering design packages with clients and organize existing program work
• Perform scope analysis and maintain schedule adherence to client priorities
• Interact directly with clients on a frequent basis
• Provide engineering support during construction and post-construction reviews
• Coordinate conflicting utilities and assist with permits, easements, and ROW applications
• Occasionally visit customer sites to collect field data for work packages
• Contribute to future hiring decisions for the team

Skills

NESC proficiency

QAQC experience

Pole loading software

Client interaction

Field and office work

Driver's license (US)

US citizenship

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil/Industrial Engineering

Tools

STORMS

GIS

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking a Lead Distribution Engineer in the Minneapolis, MN area who 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!

This position is hybrid in nature, where 3 days/week are spent working in our office, collaborating with internal teams, and 2 days/week can be spent working remotely.

As a Lead Distribution Engineer, you can expect to:

• Lead the development of electrical distribution work packages; Perform engineering design and analysis; potentially work on programmatic/ capital/ reliability design (i.e. 3rd party attachment/ Make Ready, overloaded transformers, reconductor, voltage conversion, DG, FLISR, underground, etc. designs)

• Be responsible for QAQC tasks on your assigned team; You will play a role in quality reviews of your team's designs prior to submittals for client projects

• Review engineering design packages with clients; Review and organize existing program work

• Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities

• Interact directly with clients on a frequent, as-needed basis

• Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.

• Coordinate conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements; Assist with work permit development, easements, and ROW applications

• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting; the role could possibly require some customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages

• In the future, you can expect to play a role in the hiring process for the future of your team

What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):

• 4+ years of relevant experience working electric distribution projects in a consulting environment for electric utilities or working directly at an electric utility

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET accredited institution; Additional relevant experience can be considered in lieu of engineering-specific bachelor's degree

• Experience and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)

• Experience with engineering design quality control

• Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, Pole Foreman, etc) and distribution pole analysis

• Ability to utilize a personal vehicle,as some customer-related travel could be anticipated(Job-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS-approved rates)

• Willingness to perform both field and office work; Ability to work in outdoor environments on occasion; The role may require customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages

• Candidates should possess valid U.S. driver's license

• US citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• EIT Certification

• Previous QAQC experience

• Experience providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC

• Demonstrated history of Customer Interaction

• Proven experience and proficiency with STORMS software and GIS is preferred

• Prior Leadership experience is preferred

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.

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.

Original Posting: May 27, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

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.

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.