Distribution QAQC Lead at Leidos

Description

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s 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.

Leidos is seeking a Distribution QAQC Lead for 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. You'll be working directly with clients to make sure that Leidos' reputation for high-quality work is always maintained.

This position is largely remote in nature, but Candidates must be located in the Northeastern US (New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island or neighboring state) in order to be considered. You may mostly work from home, but must be available to travel regionally to provide support to our local utility clients as needed. Candidates located within a commutable distance to our office in Framingham, Massachusetts will be preferred.

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 (PE) 
• Project Management Professional (PMP) 
• Leadership training 
• Formal Mentorship programs
• Management opportunities 
• Learning & Development Resources

If you join us in this role, you'll also have the opportunity to gain expertise in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Project and Financial Management, and Client Design Standards. Your greatest work is ahead!

As a QAQC Lead, You can expect to:

• Perform design engineering for Leidos electric utility customers
• Perform 3rd party make ready design and analysis; potentially work on capital/ reliability design (i.e. reconductor, voltage conversion, DG, FLISR, underground, etc. designs)
• Be responsible for QAQC tasks on your assigned team; You will play a role in quality reviews of your team's designs prior to submittals for client projects
• Review engineering design packages with clients; Review and organize existing program work
• Perform distribution design by creating construction sketches and producing bill of material for 3rd party design
• Perform functional tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up
• Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence to advocate client priorities
• Gain experience in coordinating 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
• Be comfortable in both a field and office setting; the role could possiby require some customer-site visits to collect field data that will assist in developing work packages

What Sets You Apart (Background Requirements):

• Bachelor's of Science in an engineering discipline
• A minimum of 2 years of Relevant experience working with Third Party Make Ready Projects for electric utilities; Additional Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an engineering Bachelor's degree
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)
• Experience with engineering design quality control
• Familiarity with Pole Loading software (O-Calc, Pole Foreman)
• Demonstrated Experience with development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments
• Proven experience and proficiency with STORMS software and GIS is preferred
• Prior Leadership experience is preferred

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.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. Apply today!

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Original Posting Date:

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:

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.

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