Associate Distribution Engineer

Leidos

Associate Distribution Engineer developing design and construction work packages for electric utility customers in Michigan. Collaborating with clients and ensuring compliance with engineering standards during construction.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeHamilton • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,700 - $91,650 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development of design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems for electric utility customers
Assist in reviewing client-provided work and help interpret scope requirements under guidance from senior team members
Perform basic engineering calculations such as pole loading, guying, conductor sag and tension, and voltage drop with oversight
Provide support during construction activities, including assisting with post-construction reviews to help ensure compliance with engineering and construction standards
Assist with analysis of outages and contribute to mitigation efforts using established engineering practices
Gain experience coordinating with other utilities and field engineering requirements, supporting design efforts for cable/conduit projects, and assisting with permitting, easements, and right-of-way (ROW) documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred)
Ability to demonstrate proficiency with the NESC
Ability to utilize a personal vehicle, as some customer-related travel could be anticipated
Willingness to perform both field and office work
Ability to work in outdoor environments on occasion
Candidates should possess valid U.S. driver's license

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive compensation
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineering calculationspole loadingguyingconductor sagtensionvoltage dropdesign work packagesconstruction standardsmitigation effortscable/conduit projects

Soft Skills

communicationteam collaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineeringvalid U.S. driver's license