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Description At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.Our Transmission business seeks experienced Underground Transmission Line Engineers to join its dynamic team (100% remote/telework) to work in a fast-paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with high voltage electric underground transmission line design. The successful candidate will serve as a Lead Engineer on underground electric transmission design projects for high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead utility systems. He/she will apply NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI 318, and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of electrical underground, voltage conversion projects, new capacity projects, and infrastructure replacement projects. Additionally, he/she will assist the team as well as independently perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, plans and specifications; as well as prepare material procurement and construction documents, and work with project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management.We will consider qualified candidates to work fully remote (must reside in the U.S. only).This position offers the successful candidate to develop an engineering team with direct report responsibilities. The candidate will also be responsible for managing client relations, proposal development, scope creation, and project management.To be considered for these positions, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.For Mid-level: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and minimum of four (4) years of prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systemsFor Senior level: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and minimum of eight (8) years of prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems, P.E. license required, to serve as responsible engineer in charge of design of projectsFor SME level: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and minimum of twelve (12) + years of prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems, P.E. license required, to serve as responsible engineer in charge of design of projectsAll levels require:Experience in reviewing full underground transmission line designs including material, plan and profiles, and construction packagesProficiency with CYMCAP modelingProficiency with cable tensioning calculations and softwareExperience performing design incorporating code requirements, EPRI recommendations, and client requirementsExperience with cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordinationExperience with XLPE cable designAbility to prepare specification for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and componentsKnowledge to verify/review right-of-way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings, and other construction documentsKnowledge of design techniques, tool, and principals involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and modelsExperience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculationsFamiliarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318Proficiency with MS Office applicationsAbility to develop staff through mentoringAbility to work effectively in team environment but also able to work independentlyProven ability to communicate with clients and project teamsMust have leadership experience and supervising others (required for Senior and SME Level)Work in client office is a possibility and/or periodic travel may be requiredPreferred Experience:Overhead transmission experiencePLS-CADDMFAD ToolsBentley MicroStationBentley ProjectWiseAutodesk AutoCADConstruction Management and SupportUnderground distribution or low voltage cable systemsHigh Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe type cable systems and associated equipment.Leidos is growing! Connect with us on LinkedIn and Facebook.We value and support the well-being and mobility of our employees with competitive benefit packages, complementary e-learning training, work-life flexibility, an exciting External Referral Program, and a diverse, inclusive and ethical workplace. In fact, in 2023, Leidos was ranked as one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" by the Ethisphere Institute for the sixth consecutive year.PDSTLINEPowerDeliveryPay Range:Pay Range $68,900.00 - $124,550.00The 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.#Remote