[Remote] Associate Distribution Engineer

🌍 Remote, USA 🎯 Full-time 🕐 Posted Recently

Job Description

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Leidos is a trusted technology-focused solutions provider, seeking an Associate Distribution Engineer in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves developing construction work packages for electric distribution systems and performing engineering calculations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems operating from 4kV through 138kV mostly associated with 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
Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections and return to the office to perform engineering design work
Perform engineering calculations such as: 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 AHJ’s
Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met
Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design

Skills

Requires BS Degree and 0+ years of prior relevant experience OR BS non-engineering degree and 2+ yrs relevant experience
Experience with NESC Standards, ESRI, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, and GIS a plus
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Willingness to perform both field and office work
Must have a valid driver's license
Overnight travel may be required (10-25% travel)
Ability to work in outdoor environments
Ability to utilize personal vehicle

Benefits

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

Company Overview

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. It was founded in 1969, and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.leidos.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Leidos has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 65 in 2025, 58 in 2024, 77 in 2023, 65 in 2022, 56 in 2021, 89 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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