Distribution Engineer

Leidos Holding$59K — $106K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of relevant experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution; experience/certifications may substitute education.
  • Familiarity with NESC Standards, AutoCAD/MicroStation, and Bluebeam/Adobe.
  • Experience with distribution design tools like BOUD and O-Calc is preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Office suite with strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work both in the field and office settings.
  • Willingness to travel overnight (15-25%) and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design and construction work packages for electric distribution systems from 4kV to 138kV.
  • Achieve daily objectives alongside project teams.
  • Review client work and scope requirements.
  • Assist technical staff with various tasks.
  • Prepare permitting documents for different authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ).
  • Coordinate with various stakeholders including permit agencies and field teams.
  • Provide engineering support during construction and ensure compliance with design standards.

Benefits

  • Relocation package offered for eligible hires.
  • Flexible work hours and arrangements.
  • Encouragement for career development and growth.
  • Opportunities for professional certifications (PE, PMP).
  • Access to leadership training and mentorship programs.
Full Job Description

Leidos is seeking Distribution Engineers in Maui, HI and Oahu, HI who are passionate about electric utility design engineering. We're looking for someone dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is delivered with exceptional quality. You'll work directly with utility clients to maintain Leidos' reputation for excellence while leading a talented team supporting one of the nation's most unique electric utility systems. Your greatest work is ahead!

Location & Relocation

These positions are based on the island of Maui, HI and Oahu, HI. Candidates are expected to relocate to Maui or Oahu to support our local utility customers, projects, and team. We welcome qualified candidates from across the United States and are pleased to offer a competitive relocation package for eligible hires. If you're looking for an exciting leadership opportunity while enjoying the unique lifestyle and professional experience of living in Hawaii, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Distribution Engineer, you can expect to:

  • Independently develop design and construction work packages for moderately complex 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.

  • Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with the project team.

  • Review work provided by Client and assess requirements of scopes.

  • Assist other technical staff with tasks and assignments.

  • Develop permitting documents for different AHJ’s

  • Coordinate with permit agencies, right-of-way specialists, system owners, field leaders, forestry leaders, and 3rd party owners for joint-owned poles

  • Coordinate across multiple internal areas including Project Managers and Technical Resources.

  • Able to explain technical solutions, practices, and procedures within the organization.

  • Travel to sites/Customer meetings as needed.

  • 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.

  • Perform reviews of work by other engineers for submittal to Clients.

  • 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. 

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

What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):

  • 2+ years of prior relevant experience is required.

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET accredited institution; additional relevant experience/certifications may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree

  • Experience with NESC Standards, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, and Bluebeam and/or Adobe.

  • Experience with ESRI and GIS a plus.

  • Experience with distribution design tools such as BOUD, Pole Foreman, Spida-Calc, O-Calc

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

  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

  • Willingness to perform both field and office work. 

  • Overnight travel may be required (15-25% travel).

  • Ability to work in outdoor environments.

  • Ability to utilize personal vehicle.

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 Professional Engineer License (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Leadership training, Formal Mentorship Programs, Management opportunities.

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Original Posting:
July 17, 2026

Pay Range:
Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

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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