[Remote] Distribution Engineering Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Leidos is a company providing engineering and power delivery services, and it is seeking a Distribution Engineering Manager to lead its electric utility distribution engineering team. The role oversees technical delivery, construction work packages, QA/QC, project execution, client relationships, resource management, and team development.

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: 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

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical or Mechanical preferred) from an ABET-accredited institution; Additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• 8+ years of prior relevant experience is required OR 6+ years of relevant experience with 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 (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
• Electrical or Mechanical
• Experience with software such as PoleForeman, AUD, GE Smallworld, Maximo, STORMS, EAM, 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

Benefits

• Flexible work hours/work arrangements
• Career development and growth opportunities, including Professional Engineer License (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Leadership training, Formal Mentorship Programs, and Management opportunities

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