Lead Electric Distribution Engineer - Grid Design

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

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.