Lead Distribution Engineer

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours and arrangements

Career development and growth opportunities

Health and Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Lead Distribution Engineer in the Kansas City, MO area. The role involves overseeing design engineering for electric utility customers and developing comprehensive work packages using GIS and WMS systems. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 4+ years of relevant experience. This position offers remote working capabilities and requires effective communication and a collaborative attitude. Join a dynamic team committed to high-quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code.
• Experience with structural analysis and electrical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in oversight of design engineering for clients.
• Develop work packages using GIS and WMS systems.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget of the assigned work.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience with NESC

Ability to work with limited supervision

Collaborative attitude

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial)

Tools

GIS systems (DDS, GDT, GE Smallworld)

Bentley Expert Designer

Maximo

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking a Lead Distribution Engineer in the Kansas City, MO 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!

Travel

This position has remote-working capabilities, but candidates must be located within a commutable distance of Kansas City, MO in order to be considered, so we can provide support to our local utility customer as needed. The selected candidate(s) will be expected to be available for in-person meetings and assignments throughout the customer territory on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight of your team's design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers; you may also be performing individual design tasks in addition to QC efforts within your group
• Develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as DDS, GDT, GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer, and Maximo
• Collaborate with other design leads on broad client issues including schedule adherence and team quality control
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned; Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities
• Review engineering design packages with clients
• Perform functional tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up
• Initiate continuous improvement to workflow processes that drive efficiency and high-quality standards in client design deliverables
• Coordinate conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements, assessing and developing large design packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements, and ROW applications
• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting: the role may require some customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages

Background Requirements

• 4+ years of prior relevant experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET accredited program/institution; additional relevant experience/certifications may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
• Some Prior experience with structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations.
• Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills

Professional Attributes

• Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Positive attitude
• Professional demeanor

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.

Original Posting: February 18, 2026

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.

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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.