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Leidos · 21 hours ago

Engineering Drafter

Leidos is seeking Engineering Drafters in Houston, TX. The successful candidate will develop construction work packages for the electric distribution system using various software systems and construction standards, while performing engineering calculations and preparing necessary documentation.

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Responsibilities

Design and construction work package development of electrical overhead and underground distribution systems (operating from 12kV through 35kV), mostly associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, joint use, voltage conversions and line upgrades associated with resiliency and reliability upgrades
Comply with quality control and safe work practices and maintain compliance with project scope, schedule and budget

Qualification

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)Computer Aided Design (CAD)Distribution DesignSAPAutoCADMicrostationCivil 3DPLS-CADDCommunicationTeam collaboration

Required

High School diploma or equivalent and 1+ years prior relevant experience
Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience with projects in distribution design: voltage conversion projects, distribution automation projects
Experience with development of civil & electrical packages associated with complex cable/conduit in dense urban environments
Willingness to perform both field and office work

Preferred

BS Degree in Engineering Technology, Geography, Environmental Science, Cartography, and less than 2 years of relevant experience OR AA Degree with 2+ years of experience preferred
Experience with DDS (Distribution Design Studio), SAP, Microstation, ESRI, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PLS-CADD, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus

Benefits

Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities
Leadership Opportunities
Mentorship & Training Opportunities
Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team

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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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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Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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