<p>At <b>Leidos</b>, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. <b>For us, helping you grow your career is good business.</b></p><p></p><p><b>Leidos</b> is seeking <b>Distribution Engineers</b> in the <b>Atlanta, GA</b> area who are 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. Youll 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, youll 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!</p><p></p><p><i>This position has hybrid remote-working capabilities. <b>Candidates must be located in the greater Atlanta area </b>and able to work onsite 2-3 days per week in our Atlanta office where youll work with other engineers, project managers and members of management. </i><i>The selected <span>candidate(s) will</span> provide support to our local utility customer as needed and expected to be available for in-person meetings and assignments throughout the customer territory on an as-needed basis. </i></p><p></p><p><b>As a Distribution Engineer, you can expect to:</b></p><ul><li>Perform design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers; you may also be performing individual design tasks in addition to QC efforts within your group</li><li>Contribute to your teams work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and Work Management systems</li><li>Work with with other engineers and design leads on broad client issues including schedule adherence and team quality control; manage scope, schedule, and budget of work assigned. </li><li>Review engineering design packages with clients; Perform functional tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up</li><li>Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities</li><li>Initiate continuous improvement to workflow processes that drive efficiency and high-quality standards in client design deliverables</li><li>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</li><li>Be comfortable in both a field and office setting: the role may require customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):</b>  </p><ul><li>4+ years of prior relevant experience<b> either working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company performing design engineering for electric distribution.</b></li><li>BS in Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial preferred) from an ABET accredited program/institution; <i>Additional, relevant <span>experience/certifications</span> may be considered in lieu of engineering bachelors degree</i></li><li>Background in and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)</li><li>Some Prior knowledge of structural analysis, guying calcs, cable pulling calcs, coordination of protective devices, and electric demand and fault currents calculations.</li><li>Ability to provide your own reliable transportation, as some customer-related travel may be anticipated (Job-related travel will be reimbursed at IRS-approved rates)</li><li>Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills</li></ul><p></p><p><b>You Might Also Have Some previous background with: </b></p><ul><li>Providing estimated costs, development of a BOM, calculating the CIAC. </li><li>MicroStation -performing Electrical Distribution design. </li><li>Work management software and job estimating software. </li><li>CAD tools</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Professional Attributes that will help you succeed in this role:</b></p><ul><li>Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of colleagues of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.</li><li>Ability to work with limited supervision</li><li>Positive attitude</li><li>Professional dress and demeanor</li></ul><p></p><p>At <b>Leidos</b>, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Our <b>Power Delivery Services Team </b>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 <span><span><span>municipals/cooperatives,</span></span></span> 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&amp;D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms.</p><p></p><p>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 <b>(PE)</b>, Project Management Professional<b> (PMP)</b>, Leadership training, Formal Mentorship Programs, Management opportunities.<br /> </p><p>PDSDLINE</p><p>PowerDelivery</p><p></p><p>At Leidos, we don’t want someone who fits the mold—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”</p><p></p><p>If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.</p><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2><u><b>Original Posting:</b></u></h2>October 22, 2025<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><p>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.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><p></p><h2><b><u>Pay Range:</u></b></h2>Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00<p></p><p><span>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.</span></p>

Leidos Holdings

Distribution Engineer Atlanta, GA

Leidos Holdings