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At Leidos we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams contribute to our communities and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers our people and our community. Our Mission Vision and Values guide the way we do business. We are seeking a Distribution Engineering Manager to manager and oversee a team responsible for developing construction work packages for the electric distribution system using various software systems and construction standards. Your team will utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools Work Management Systems (WMS) and other client systems to develop work packages.You will also have oversight of assignments such as preparing forestry trimming requests facilitating permit and Right-of-Way acquisition developing BOM estimating costs and customer advocacy such as acquiring easements or calculating a customer Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC). As a Distribution Engineering Manager you can expect to: • Provide technical oversight direction and support for project teams., • Function as client point of contact and liaison on project-related issues., • Collaborate with other design managers on broad client issues including schedule adherence and team quality control, • Oversee and manage existing capital reliability and customer project work for clients: Customer project work may include reconductors voltage conversions load swaps circuit rebuilds DOT relocations DG integrations and new large customer development feeds (OH & UG)., • Facilitate client & team collaboration and communication; managing resource loading based on clients demands., • Track scope schedule and budget for projects in flight, • Oversee QA/QC for your design team, • Monitor team performance metrics, • Track and report financial metrics, • Partake in Hiring efforts for your team as well as participate in activities that will drive professional development for designers and engineers in your organization What Sets You Apart (Required Qualifications): • Bachelors Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical or Mechanical preferred) from an ABET-accredited institution; Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of engineering degree, • A minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience with a Bachelors Degree OR 6 years of relevant experience with Masters degree; Relevant experience is considered either workingdirectly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company performing electric distribution design engineering, • Demonstrated Experience leading engineering personnel, • Proficient knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and comprehension of client construction standards., • Successful project management experience (initiate plan execute monitor & control closeout), • Strong communication skills written and interpersonal communications skills., • Collaborative and inclusive of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations., • Ability to work with limited supervision and provide leadership to other team members; Ability to work effectively in teams. You Might Also Have (Preferred Qualifications): • Experience with software such as PoleForeman Bentley OpenUtilities Designer GE Smallworld Maximo or similar products., • Experience with complex projects in distribution design: using medium voltage switchgear voltage conversion projects distribution automation projects., • Experience with development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments., • PMP certification and/or PE license 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. Weve worked with over 50 investor-owned utilities over 160 municipals/cooperatives and were continuing to expand our reach. Plus weve 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. At Leidos the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive professionally and personally. Your greatest work is ahead! PDSDLINE PowerDelivery Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter. Were the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We dont wear capes (theyre a safety hazard) but we do solve high-stakes problems with code caffeine and a healthy disregard for how its always been done. August 15 2025 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 $89700.00 - $162150.00 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. Required Experience: Manager Key Skills AS400,Lean,Management Experience,Maximo,Warehouse Management,Warehouse Experience,Warehouse Distribution Experience,Warehouse Management System,Copywriting,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Logistics Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 89700 - 162150