Distribution Design Engineering I

Indotronix International Corporation • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Leidos as an Associate Distribution Engineer and launch your engineering career in electric utility distribution design. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals to plan, engineer, and design electric distribution systems, contributing to critical infrastructure projects that power communities. This role offers exposure to both office and field work, providing a strong foundation in electrical and civil engineering, with clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering or related field (less than 2 years of relevant experience)
• Basic knowledge of electric distribution design principles and engineering calculations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with collaborative platforms like MS Teams
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and clients
• Willingness and ability to work in both field and office environments, including driving to utility pole locations as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience with medium voltage switchgear, voltage conversion, or distribution automation projects
• Exposure to complex cable/conduit design in dense urban settings
• Skills in ESRI, AutoCAD 3D, or similar GIS/CAD tools
• Experience developing civil and electrical design packages

Responsibilities

• Develop design and construction work packages for overhead and underground electric distribution systems (4kV–138kV) using GIS, CAD, and work management systems
• Perform engineering calculations, including pole structural analysis, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault current, and protective device coordination
• Identify and resolve conflicting utilities and field engineering project requirements
• Prepare forestry trimming requests, permits, Right-of-Way acquisition, Bill of Materials (BOM), and cost estimates
• Support client communication, customer advocacy, and acquisition of easements or CIAC calculations
• Ensure compliance with project scope, schedule, budget, and quality control standards
• Participate in both field data collection and office-based design tasks, with occasional local or regional travel
• Contribute to team execution of deliverables and respond to assigned and ad hoc project needs

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with 50% remote flexibility
• Structured mentorship and on-the-job learning with senior engineers
• Opportunity to transition to a full-time Leidos position
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading utility design software and project management practices
• Competitive compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level