Work locations assigned vary monthly. If the work locations are long distances from the candidate’s home, hotels can be provided (including per diem supplements for meals generally between $50-$70 dependent on work location). Most weeks, the technician will be working locally (within a 1-2hr drive one-way).
Candidate can either drive their own personal vehicle with a mileage reimbursement ($0.725/mi) or each week they can get a rental truck/SUV paid for by Leidos.
Candidate will receive 16 to 24 hours of training with an experienced field engineer prior to working alone. Hours are flexible based on need dates of inspections. Candidate will be accountable for following Leidos safety procedures and reporting progress daily.
Additional benefits that Field Engineering Techs can look forward to
Flexible Work Hours. Many Technicians opt to work 10-hour days and take 2-3 extra days off each week.
Per-Diem supplements between $50-$70 for meals while staying overnight in hotels.
Field Engineering Tech qualifications
High School diploma
Preferred candidate would possess experience within the power distribution field and/or an AS/BS in engineering (or related STEM Field).
The ideal candidate has prior experience doing field work and distribution component identification.
Candidates must be able to work in both team and independent environments and to organize work to meet deadlines.
Must be local to the area.
Knowledge of NESC Standards and Client Standards is helpful.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Willingness to perform both field and office work.
Ability to work long days in outdoor environments.
Valid Driver’s License and ability to utilize cell phone and 8MP camera.
Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment & flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth.
Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
Professional Engineer License (PE)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Leadership training
Management opportunities
In this role, you can also expect to gain
NESC expertise
Structural Pole Modeling
Electrical Power Calculations
GIS design training
Project management
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Original Posting
August 28, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range
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 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.
