Remote Distribution Engineer - Power Systems Design

Leidos; Walled Lake (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fast-paced environment

Flexible hours

Career development

PE license

PMP certification

Leadership training

Mentorship program

Management opportunities

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Associate Distribution Engineer to design electrical distribution systems for utility clients and develop design packages for overhead and underground networks. You will coordinate with clients and ensure adherence to standards and schedules.

This role involves design calculations, field data collection, and coordination across urban environments, with opportunities to work remotely and travel as needed. A bachelor's degree and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Industrial engineering.
• Experience with NESC standards, ESRI GIS, AutoCAD or MicroStation; GIS a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office; strong verbal and written communication.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; travel may be required (reimbursed).
• Willingness to perform field and office work, outdoors when needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop design and construction work packages for overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Review client-provided work and assess scope requirements.
• Perform engineering calculations (wood pole loading, guying, sag/tension, voltage drop, flicker).
• Provide engineering support during construction and post-construction reviews.
• Coordinate with utilities on design requirements and ROW/easements.
• Develop large design packages for complex urban cable/conduit projects.

Skills

NESC standards

GIS ESRI

AutoCAD / MicroStation

MS Office

Communication

Driver's license

Field & office work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil/Industrial

Tools

ESRI GIS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Leidos is seeking an Associate Distribution Engineer to design electrical distribution systems for utility clients and develop design packages for overhead and underground networks. You will coordinate with clients and ensure adherence to standards and schedules.

This role involves design calculations, field data collection, and coordination across urban environments, with opportunities to work remotely and travel as needed. A bachelor's degree and strong communication are required.