Distribution Planning and Analysis Engineer

Leidos

1d•Remote

About The Position

Distribution Planning and Analysis Engineer Leidos Engineering is seeking a (REMOTE) Distribution Planning and Analysis Engineer to join our distribution planning team. It is expected that this role will involve the execution of distribution planning, distributed energy resource (DER) interconnection impact, arc flash and coordination studies, distribution protection, self-healing systems as project and client needs dictate. Studies are conducted for Municipal Utilities, Investor-Owned Utilities, and electric system cooperatives. The position will involve some degree of client facing work, with some business development activities to be expected. The growth potential of this position is significant for a well-qualified candidate. Successful candidates 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 including: Professional Engineer License (PE) Project Management Professional (PMP) Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities Leadership Opportunities Mentorship & Training Opportunities Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team In this role, you can also expect to gain: NESC expertise Interface with local clients Electrical Power Calculations Interactions with other disciplines Strategic Development Expanding a Portfolio of Business Partnering with a Variety of Utility Clients Nationwide The candidate should possess solid analytical distribution experience, including load flow for both traditional planning studies and for studies driven by regulatory compliance requirements, distribution protection system, and self-healing network configurations. Familiarity and experience with distribution policy, and regulatory issues is also considered a plus, including experience with arc flash assessments. Background Requirements: Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree is required and 5+ years of experience in wide-area power system modelling, analysis, and planning, including Power Flow, Short Circuit, Protection and Coordination, Arc Flash, Volt/VAR, and Time Series studies on the distribution system Experience functioning in a technical role in distribution studies and capable of conducting studies under the direction of a technical supervisor is strongly desired Experience with power system modeling and analysis tools including CYME’s CYMDist, Milsoft’s WindMil, and/or DNV GL’s Synergi required Experience with Python scripting is a plus Must possess strong communication skills, including listening, writing, and presentation skills Must be a team player, able to work collaboratively with many different people with diverse backgrounds and geographic locations Must be a US Citizen 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. PowerDelivery PDSPLANNING 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 12, 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00 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. Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenue of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here. Securing Your Data Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to [email protected]. Commitment and Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Requirements

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree is required
5+ years of experience in wide-area power system modelling, analysis, and planning, including Power Flow, Short Circuit, Protection and Coordination, Arc Flash, Volt/VAR, and Time Series studies on the distribution system
Experience functioning in a technical role in distribution studies and capable of conducting studies under the direction of a technical supervisor is strongly desired
Experience with power system modeling and analysis tools including CYME’s CYMDist, Milsoft’s WindMil, and/or DNV GL’s Synergi required
Must possess strong communication skills, including listening, writing, and presentation skills
Must be a team player, able to work collaboratively with many different people with diverse backgrounds and geographic locations
Must be a US Citizen

Nice To Haves

Familiarity and experience with distribution policy, and regulatory issues is also considered a plus, including experience with arc flash assessments.
Experience with Python scripting is a plus