Associate Distribution EngineerLeidos • Charlotte, NC, US

Associate Distribution Engineer

Leidos • Charlotte, NC, US

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Description

Overview

Leidos is seeking an Associate Distribution Engineer in our Charlotte, NC office. The successful candidate will develop construction work packages for the electric distribution system using GIS, CAD, WMS, and other client systems. Distribution work may be in an OH, UG, or URD environment and may include grid hardening, reliability improvements, substation optimization, joint use make-ready, and street light projects. Project work will involve engineering calculations such as structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and coordination of protective devices. Additional assignments may include forestry trimming requests, permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, BOM development, cost estimation, and customer advocacy such as acquiring easements.

In this role you can also expect to gain experience in

NESC expertise
Structural Pole Modeling
Electrical Power Calculations
GIS Design
Interactions with other disciplines (Substation, Protection & Controls, and Civil Structural)

Responsibilities under supervision of a technical lead

Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems operating from 4kV through 138kV, mostly related to programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports.

Comply with Leidos and Client safety requirements as well as design and quality expectations.

Perform engineering calculations including structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculation of voltage drop and flicker.

Develop permitting documents for different AHJs.

Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure applicable engineering and construction standards are met.

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

Career development and incentives

Successful candidates can look forward to a fast-paced, diverse work environment with flexible work hours and arrangements, as well as managers who encourage career development and growth. Opportunities include :

Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)

Professional Engineer Licensure (PE)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Technical and non-technical training opportunities

Leadership training

Opportunity to lead, grow, and inspire a dynamic team

Basic qualifications

Requires BS Degree and less than 0+ years of prior relevant experience OR BS non-engineering degree with approximately 5 years relevant experience

Experience with NESC Standards, ESRI, AutoCAD and / or MicroStation, and GIS a plus

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Willingness to perform both field and office work

Overnight travel may be required (10-20% travel)

Ability to work in outdoor environments

Ability to utilize personal vehicle

Note

Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with utilities and other partners. Our recognition as an industry leader is reflected in national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR).

For U.S. Positions : subject to change based on business needs; Leidos reasonably anticipates the job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date as listed.

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Distribution Associate • Charlotte, NC, US