Description
Leidos is seeking a Distribution Engineering Manager who is passionate about electric utility design engineering to lead and oversee a team within their growing Power Distribution Engineering organization.
The role involves leading distribution engineers and designers in developing construction work packages for electric distribution systems, providing technical oversight and QA/QC for projects, and utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools, Work Management Systems (WMS), and other client systems.
Responsibilities:
- 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.
- 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.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical or Mechanical preferred) from an ABET-accredited institution.
- 8+ years of prior relevant experience or 6+ years with a master's degree.
- Demonstrated experience leading engineering personnel.
- Proficient knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and comprehension of client construction standards.
- Successful project management experience.
- Strong communication 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with software such as PoleForeman, AUD, GE Smallworld, Maximo, STORMS, EAM, or similar products.
- Experience with complex projects in distribution design.
- Experience with development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments.
- PMP certification and/or PE license.
Benefits:
- Flexible work hours/work arrangements.
- Managers who encourage career development and growth opportunities.
- Opportunities for Professional Engineer License (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Leadership training, Formal Mentorship Programs, Management opportunities.
Salary: $92,300.00 - $166,850.00