Lead Distribution Engineer job opportunity at Leidos.



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Leidos Lead Distribution Engineer
Experience: 4-years
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degreeBachelor's (B.A.)
loacation Kansas City, MO, United States Of America
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Leidos is seeking a Lead Distribution Engineer in the Kansas City, MO area who is passionate about electric utility design engineering. We’re looking for someone who is dedicated to ensuring that every project, no matter how simple or complex, is of exceptional quality. You'll be working directly with clients to make sure that Leidos' reputation for high-quality work is always maintained. If you join us in this role, you'll gain expertise in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Field Data Collection, and Client Design Standards. Your greatest work is ahead! Travel:  This position has remote-working capabilities, but candidates must be located within a commutable distance of Kansas City, MO in order to be considered, so we can provide support to our local utility customer as needed. The selected candidate(s) will be expected to be available for in-person meetings and assignments throughout the customer territory on an as-needed basis. As a Lead Distribution Engineer, You can expect to: Assist in the oversight of your team's design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers; you may also be performing individual design tasks in addition to QC efforts within your group Develop work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as DDS, GDT, GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer, and Maximo Collaborate with other design leads on broad client issues including schedule adherence and team quality control Manage scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned; Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities Review engineering design packages with clients Perform functional tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up Initiate continuous improvement to workflow processes that drive efficiency and high-quality standards in client design deliverables Coordinate conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements, assessing and developing large design packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements, and ROW applications Be comfortable in both a field and office setting: the role may require some customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements): 4+  years of prior relevant experience. Bachelor of Science in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET accredited program/institution; additional relevant experience/certifications may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree Experience and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Some Prior experience with structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations. Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills Professional Attributes that will help you succeed in this role: Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations. Ability to work with limited supervision Positive attitude Professional demeanor 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 industry-leading 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 Professional Engineer License (PE) , Project Management Professional (PMP) , Leadership training, Formal Mentorship Programs, Management opportunities. PDSDLINE PowerDelivery If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: February 18, 2026 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 $73,450.00 - $132,775.00 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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