Automated Utility Design (AUD) Configuration Consultant

TRC Companies • NC-Raleigh, NC

5d • $105,000 - $119,621

About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking an experienced Automated Utility Design (AUD) Configuration Consultant to help utility clients implement, enhance, and optimize SBS’s Automated Utility Design platform. The role focuses on configuring AUD to align with utility engineering standards, construction practices, business rules, and design workflows, primarily for electric and gas utility operations. The consultant will work with utility engineering, operations, GIS, and asset management stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable, maintainable design solutions. Candidates near other TRC offices will be considered.

The position includes AUD configuration and standards management, utility process improvement, training and user enablement, quality assurance and testing, and project delivery. The consultant will configure workflows and standards, support integrations with enterprise systems, document requirements and configurations, lead or participate in workshops and training, test solutions, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate across client engagements. The role also supports utility modernization efforts such as GIS upgrades, Utility Network implementations, and digital transformation programs.

The ideal candidate combines electric and/or gas utility knowledge with hands-on AUD configuration expertise. They understand utility network design, construction, operations, and maintenance, and can advise clients on translating business needs into configurations that improve design quality, consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency. The position works in a consulting and project delivery environment and requires managing multiple priorities.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of electric and/or gas utility experience in utility design, engineering, GIS, operations, asset management, construction, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience configuring, administering, implementing, or supporting SBS Automated Utility Design (AUD).
• Demonstrated experience supporting electric and/or gas utility design workflows and engineering standards.
• Strong understanding of utility construction standards, compatible units, assemblies, material specifications, and business rules.
• Experience gathering, documenting, and validating business and functional requirements from utility stakeholders.
• Experience translating utility requirements into system configurations, workflows, validation rules, and standards libraries.
• Experience supporting AUD integrations with GIS, EAM, work management, or asset management systems.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Map 3D and its role in utility design workflows.
• Experience with GIS platforms such as Esri ArcGIS, ArcGIS Utility Network, GE Smallworld, or similar utility systems.
• Experience supporting testing, QA/QC activities, and production deployments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to facilitate workshops and client discussions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a consulting and project delivery environment.
• Self-motivation and desire to continuously expand utility and technology expertise.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, GIS, Geography, Information Systems, Construction Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience configuring AUD for electric distribution, gas distribution, transmission, substation, or joint-use workflows.
• Experience with Autodesk Vault and Autodesk-based utility design environments.
• Experience integrating AUD with ArcGIS Utility Network, GE Smallworld, IBM Maximo, SAP, Oracle Utilities, or similar enterprise platforms.
• Experience supporting Utility Network migration programs and GIS modernization initiatives.
• Experience developing technical documentation, configuration guides, and training materials.
• Experience delivering end-user and administrator training.
• Consulting experience working directly with utility clients.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain SBS Automated Utility Design (AUD) to support utility engineering standards, construction specifications, and business processes.
• Translate utility requirements into AUD configurations, workflows, validation rules, assemblies, compatible units, material libraries, and design standards.
• Gather and document business and functional requirements with utility engineering, GIS, operations, and asset management stakeholders.
• Configure workflows for electric distribution, gas distribution, transmission, substations, streetlights, and related utility design activities.
• Support AUD integration with GIS, EAM, work management, and asset management platforms.
• Develop and maintain configuration documentation, standards libraries, and governance procedures.
• Participate in solution workshops, design reviews, and client requirements sessions.
• Analyze utility design processes and identify opportunities for efficiency, standardization, and automation.
• Recommend configuration management, standards governance, and design workflow optimization practices.
• Support utility modernization initiatives, including GIS upgrades, Utility Network implementations, and digital transformation programs.
• Develop and maintain training materials, user guides, and configuration documentation.
• Conduct configuration workshops, knowledge transfer sessions, and end-user training.
• Provide technical guidance and configuration support to internal project teams and utility clients.
• Develop and execute configuration testing plans to validate utility business rules and workflows.
• Support system integration testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and production deployments.
• Perform QA/QC reviews for compliance with utility standards, regulatory requirements, and project specifications.
• Investigate and resolve configuration issues, defects, and user-reported concerns.
• Collaborate with project managers, solution architects, GIS professionals, developers, and utility subject matter experts.
• Support multiple client engagements and contribute to project planning, risk management, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) package with traditional and Roth IRA options and company match.
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year, contingent on full-time or part-time status and seniority.
• At least 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with applicable state laws.
• Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s annual discretionary bonus program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed