Distribution Engineer II

Description Job Description:Develops designs for electronic, electro-mechanical, or mechanical equipment. Develops basic data and makes preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes necessary to present design proposal. Investigates pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replaceability, strength-weight efficiency, and contractual specification requirements and cost. Coordinates with other organizations affected by design development. Makes layouts of complex assemblies and details parts of devices, mechanisms, and structures. Checks completed layouts and drawings for clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensioning. Identifies design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies, and recommends revisions and/or improvements in design layout to responsible engineers or designers. REMOTE POSITIONS Looking for candidates in Corpus Christi, TX and/or Laredo, TXPrimary ResponsibilitiesReceives some instructions on routine work, general instructions on new assignments. Uses professional concepts to solve a variety of problems. PROBLEM COMPLEXITY: Works on assignments where judgment is resolving problems and making routine recommendations. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. IMPACT: Decisions or failure to achieve results may cause delays in schedules. LIAISON: Interacts daily with supervisor, peer groups, and customers. Interaction normally involves exchange or presentation of factual information. Basic Qualifications4-year engineering degree, 2+ years of experience.Preferred QualificationsUtility experience, including co-ops, either in engineering or construction. Oncor experience is preferred.Required Skills and Experience: Bachelor''s degree in Engineering degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) with a minimum of two (2) + years of either working directly with an electric utility or an electric utility consulting company, performing design engineeringExperience with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and client construction standardsExperience or knowledge of BOUD, GE Smallworld or other similar GIS softwareExperience or knowledge of CAD tools or similar design toolsMust be comfortable in both a field and office settingMust be able to lift 20 poundsMust be able to walk up to 2 miles on unpaved surfacesCandidate must provide their own reliable transportationNice to havesExperience with distribution design: reconductoring projects, voltage conversion projects, distribution automation projects, new business projectsFundamentals of Engineer certification or PEStrong communication skills, written and interpersonal communications skillsExperience with software such as: PoleForeman, SAP, MicrostationCollaborative and inclusive of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locationsPositive attitudeAbility to work with limited supervisionAbility to work effectively in teams.Professional dress and demeanorTypical Day10%-30% Field Inspections60%-80% Engineering and development of design packages for construction crews10% Performing administrative tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-upAre you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career; share your resume with us today!Leidos is trusted and future-focused solutions provider. Utilities consistently come to our Power Delivery Services for reliable power expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities and more than 160 municipals/cooperatives across the country as well as a growing number of local utility providers and private developers. Our project portfolio includes large energy projects for electric utilities, power generation owners, and industrial clients. In addition, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful energy delivery solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within: the Top 10 T&D Firms, Top 10 Program Management Firms, and Top 20 Power Firms.PowerDeliveryPDSDLINEPay Range:Pay Range $52,650.00 - $81,000.00 - $109,350.00The 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.Remote

Created: 2026-03-07