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Leidos · 21 hours ago

Senior & Lead Transmission Line Engineers

Leidos is seeking Senior & Lead Transmission Line Engineers to join their dynamic team focused on electric transmission solutions. The successful candidates will work on high-voltage transmission line design projects, applying industry standards and performing a variety of engineering tasks.

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Responsibilities

Serve as Engineers on electric transmission line design projects for high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead and underground systems
Apply NESC, ASCE, ACI and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of electrical overhead and underground systems, voltage conversion projects, new capacity projects, and infrastructure replacement projects
Perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and prepare material procurement and construction documents
Work with a multi-person Leidos team and interface with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel
Review full transmission line designs including PLS-CADD models, foundations, material, plan and profiles, and construction packages
Develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals
Communicate with clients and project teams
Work effectively in team environment but also able to work independently

Qualification

Transmission line designNESCACIASCE standardsPLS-CADD proficiencyFoundation analysis softwareProfessional Engineer licenseProject managementClient communicationMicrosoft OfficeConstruction managementTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering
Mid - Senior Level: minimum of four (4) + years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems
Lead Level: minimum of eight (8) + years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems
Minimum of two (2) + years of demonstrated leadership, mentorship, or supervisory experience over project teams and/or junior staff
Experience in reviewing full transmission line designs including PLS-CADD models, foundations, material, plan and profiles, and construction packages
Knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC, and ASCE code requirements; construction specifications; material procurement process; project schedules; and construction work packages
Develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals
Ability to work effectively in team environment but also able to work independently
Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams
Work in client office is a possibility and/or periodic travel may be required (up to 10-15%)
Expert-level proficiency in PLS-CADD and experience with POLE
Experience with foundation analysis software such as LPILE or FAD Tools
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) License or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
Experience with GO95 standards (if working in applicable regions)
Experience with Construction Management and Support
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Benefits

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

Company

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.

H1B Sponsorship

Leidos has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (50)
2024 (58)
2023 (77)
2022 (65)
2021 (56)
2020 (89)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO

Leadership Team

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James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
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Amy Smith
Senior Vice President, Government Affairs
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