Leidos
Distribution Designer
Leidos, Framingham, Massachusetts, us, 01704
Description
Leidos is seeking a Distribution Designer to work out of our Framingham, MA office on a hybrid schedule.
Successful Distribution Designer candidates will have interest in developing construction work packages for electric distribution systems and 3rd party make-ready analysis using various software systems and construction standards. Distribution systems may be in an OH, UG, or URD environment.
Work packages will be developed using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools, Work Management Systems (WMS), and other client systems. Project work will require performing engineering calculations that may include: structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and coordination of protective devices.
Assignments may also include: preparing forestry trimming requests, facilitating permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, development of a BOM, estimating costs, and customer advocacy such as acquiring easements or calculating a customer Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC).
Distribution Designer Responsibilities:
Design and construction work package development of electrical overhead systems, underground distribution systems mostly associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports. In addition to analyzing existing overhead infrastructure to create remedies for telecommunication companies to adhere to for proposed attachments that meet NESC clearances.
Comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule and budget
Field pole locations and take detailed notes on existing conditions. Fielding equipment to be provided and mileage is reimbursable.
This position requires the selected candidate to work through a temp agency for 6 months before conversion to a Leidos employee.
Distribution Designer Required Education & Experience:
AS degree with 1+ years of experience. Additional experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
Background working with a utility performing design work
Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, LD Field, SPIDA Calc, Pole Foreman)
Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience with projects in distribution design and reconductoring
Experience with development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments
Preferred experience for all levels:
Experience with Katapult, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PDS, PLS-CADD, MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus
No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos , we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself.
Protect yourself and your family with thebenefits (http://www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits) of working for a world-class employer.When you join Leidos, (https://www.leidos.com/about/rankings-awards) you join a Fortune 500 company and one of Ethisphere Institute’s “World's Most Ethical Companies.”
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.
In this role, you can also expect to gain experience / expertise in:
NESC
Structural Pole Modeling
Electrical Power Calculations
GIS design
Project management
Financial management
PDSDLINE
PowerDelivery
Original Posting Date:
2024-10-03
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 $57,850.00 - $104,575.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
REQNUMBER: R-00145404
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
Leidos is seeking a Distribution Designer to work out of our Framingham, MA office on a hybrid schedule.
Successful Distribution Designer candidates will have interest in developing construction work packages for electric distribution systems and 3rd party make-ready analysis using various software systems and construction standards. Distribution systems may be in an OH, UG, or URD environment.
Work packages will be developed using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools, Work Management Systems (WMS), and other client systems. Project work will require performing engineering calculations that may include: structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and coordination of protective devices.
Assignments may also include: preparing forestry trimming requests, facilitating permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, development of a BOM, estimating costs, and customer advocacy such as acquiring easements or calculating a customer Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC).
Distribution Designer Responsibilities:
Design and construction work package development of electrical overhead systems, underground distribution systems mostly associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports. In addition to analyzing existing overhead infrastructure to create remedies for telecommunication companies to adhere to for proposed attachments that meet NESC clearances.
Comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule and budget
Field pole locations and take detailed notes on existing conditions. Fielding equipment to be provided and mileage is reimbursable.
This position requires the selected candidate to work through a temp agency for 6 months before conversion to a Leidos employee.
Distribution Designer Required Education & Experience:
AS degree with 1+ years of experience. Additional experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
Background working with a utility performing design work
Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, LD Field, SPIDA Calc, Pole Foreman)
Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience with projects in distribution design and reconductoring
Experience with development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments
Preferred experience for all levels:
Experience with Katapult, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PDS, PLS-CADD, MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus
No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos , we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself.
Protect yourself and your family with thebenefits (http://www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits) of working for a world-class employer.When you join Leidos, (https://www.leidos.com/about/rankings-awards) you join a Fortune 500 company and one of Ethisphere Institute’s “World's Most Ethical Companies.”
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.
In this role, you can also expect to gain experience / expertise in:
NESC
Structural Pole Modeling
Electrical Power Calculations
GIS design
Project management
Financial management
PDSDLINE
PowerDelivery
Original Posting Date:
2024-10-03
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 $57,850.00 - $104,575.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
REQNUMBER: R-00145404
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.