Distribution Designer I

Overview

Design, detail, and field support for electric distribution systems.

Key Responsibilities

• pole inspection
• data collection
• design engineering
• drawing preparation
• distribution audits
• report management

Tasks

-Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, inspect, and perform maintenance on pad-mount equipment, etc. -Perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems including system inventories and audits, joint use management and permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, lighting audits, etc. -Perform detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems. This work includes the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates. Possess an analytical competence to interact with variety of individuals including engineers and experienced distribution system designers. -Perform field data collection utilizing laptop computer, tablet device, GPS, and other electronic devices to collect data for input into database software as necessary. -Maintains production and quality of projects, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, various departmental reports and databases; including file management of all documents and records as instructed by departmental guidelines -Preparation and modification of electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts & graphs, and construction drawing packages -Develop a working knowledge telephone, cable, and other communication facilities.

Requirements

• autocad
• nesc
• associate degree
• 1+ year
• microsoft office
• communication

What You Bring

-Must be 21 years of age or older -No certifications required -Acquire broad knowledge of engineering disciplines, including design and constructability as applied to construction methods and materials, and the economics involved -Acquire a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility constructions standards, and best industry engineering practices. -Proficient use of engineering software (Preferred) -Share complete and accurate information with others. Possess the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with all levels in the organization and with outside clients and agencies -AutoCAD or similar programs preferred -Present ideas effectively in formal and informal situations. Communicate well in writing and utilize proper ethics with email and telephone communications. Keep supervisor and coworkers informed. -Clear and Valid Driver's license is required -Familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred. -1+ years Electric Utility or telecommunications field experience preferred -Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications desired -Entry level with an Associate’s degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering

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Benefits

-All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year. -TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence. -These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees. -Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year). -401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match. -Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.

About Trc Companies, Inc.

-A global consulting, engineering and construction‑management firm. -Specializes in environmental engineering, geotechnical work, pipeline, power utilities, water, transportation and government projects. -Balancing public and private sector work, it blends field services with digital and inspection technologies. -Typical projects include coastal resilience upgrades, substation modernization, brownfield redevelopment, pipeline/installations and transportation infrastructure. -Implements high‑visibility, multi‑year programs—from power‑grid upgrades to aquatic centers and submarine cables. -Unusual for its breadth: a NASA satellite‑data early adopter and provider of intelligent‑grid and field‑inspection services.

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