Senior Distribution Designer

Description

Leidos is seeking an expereinced Distribution Designer for electric utility design engineering in the greater Syracuse NY area. 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 industryleading 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:

• Mentorship Programs
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Leadership Training & Management Opportunities
• Technical Upskilling Programs

If you join us in this role, you'll also have the opportunity to gain expertise in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Project and Financial Management, and Client Design Standards. Your greatest work is ahead!

As a Distribution Designer, you can expect to:

• Contribute to design engineering packages for Leidos electric utility customers
• Assist in the development of work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems
• Gain experience in coordinating conflicting utilities, assessing and developing large design packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements, and ROW applications
• Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities; Perform functional tasks, such as customer follow up activities
• Participate in technical review and QAQC efforts within your team
• Initiate continuous improvement to workflow processes that drive efficiency and high-quality standards in client design deliverables
• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting: the role may require customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages (Job related travel will be reimbused at IRS approved rates)

What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):

• Completed Associate's degree in a technical field
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience contributing to US-based electric utility projects
• Demonstrated Experience with electric distribution design tools such as MicroStation, DDS or similar
• Previous Experience with National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
• Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills

You Might Also Have Some previous experience with:

• Providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC.
• Work management software and job estimating software.
• Electric Power Calculations, Structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations.
• CAD tools
• GIS
• Quality Assurance

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.

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Original Posting:

July 22, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

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.

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Client-provided location(s): Syracuse, NY

Job ID: Leidos-R-00163025

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-07-22T23:49:44