Engineering Technician
Leidos Inc, Greensboro, NC, United States
Overview
Description: No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself.
We are in search of an Engineering Technician to join our diverse and fast-paced organization, working in Greensboro, NC. As a core team member, you will interact with other electric utility disciplines, performing field inspections, engineering design work and calculations. You will coordinate with permit agencies, right-of-way specialists, system owners, field leaders, forestry leaders, and 3rd party owners for joint-owned poles. You will provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure applicable engineering and construction standards are met, and conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.
We are looking for an Engineering Technician to work out of our Charlotte, NC office. Successful candidates can expect a fast-paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements, with managers who encourage career development and growth.
Responsibilities
Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections and return to the office to perform engineering design work.
Perform engineering calculations and review work of other engineers such as structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculation of voltage drop and flicker.
Coordinate with permit agencies, right-of-way specialists, system owners, field leaders, forestry leaders, and 3rd party owners for joint-owned poles.
Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.
Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.
Engineering Technician Basic Qualifications
HS Diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years of relevant experience OR AA Degree in GIS or Engineering technology or GIS Certificate and 1-2 years of experience.
Knowledge of NESC Standards and Client Standards preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Willingness to perform both field and office work. Overnight travel may be required (10-20% travel)
Ability to work in outdoor environments
Ability to utilize personal vehicle
Gained Experience
NESC expertise
Interface with local clients
Electrical Power Calculations
Interactions with other disciplines (Substation, Protection & Controls, and Civil Structural)
Strategic Development
Expanding a Portfolio of Business
Partnering with a Variety of Utility Clients Nationwide
Company Information
Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise. Our work includes collaboration with investor-owned utilities, municipals/cooperatives, mobile operators, and private developers. We are recognized in national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) among Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms.
Other Information
For U.S. positions, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date. Pay Range: $40,300.00 - $72,850.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation may vary based on responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, bargaining agreements, or other laws.
Pay & Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. Leidos offers competitive compensation and health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement benefits. Details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
EEO and Compliance
Commitment to Non-Discrimination: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.
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Description: No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself.
We are in search of an Engineering Technician to join our diverse and fast-paced organization, working in Greensboro, NC. As a core team member, you will interact with other electric utility disciplines, performing field inspections, engineering design work and calculations. You will coordinate with permit agencies, right-of-way specialists, system owners, field leaders, forestry leaders, and 3rd party owners for joint-owned poles. You will provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure applicable engineering and construction standards are met, and conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.
We are looking for an Engineering Technician to work out of our Charlotte, NC office. Successful candidates can expect a fast-paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements, with managers who encourage career development and growth.
Responsibilities
Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections and return to the office to perform engineering design work.
Perform engineering calculations and review work of other engineers such as structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculation of voltage drop and flicker.
Coordinate with permit agencies, right-of-way specialists, system owners, field leaders, forestry leaders, and 3rd party owners for joint-owned poles.
Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.
Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.
Engineering Technician Basic Qualifications
HS Diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years of relevant experience OR AA Degree in GIS or Engineering technology or GIS Certificate and 1-2 years of experience.
Knowledge of NESC Standards and Client Standards preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Willingness to perform both field and office work. Overnight travel may be required (10-20% travel)
Ability to work in outdoor environments
Ability to utilize personal vehicle
Gained Experience
NESC expertise
Interface with local clients
Electrical Power Calculations
Interactions with other disciplines (Substation, Protection & Controls, and Civil Structural)
Strategic Development
Expanding a Portfolio of Business
Partnering with a Variety of Utility Clients Nationwide
Company Information
Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise. Our work includes collaboration with investor-owned utilities, municipals/cooperatives, mobile operators, and private developers. We are recognized in national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) among Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms.
Other Information
For U.S. positions, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date. Pay Range: $40,300.00 - $72,850.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation may vary based on responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, bargaining agreements, or other laws.
Pay & Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. Leidos offers competitive compensation and health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement benefits. Details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
EEO and Compliance
Commitment to Non-Discrimination: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.
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