Distribution Designer I

TRC Companies, Inc. • The Plains, OH

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About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. TRC and WSP have 83,000 experts who create positive, long-lasting impacts for their communities and clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of the team, employees can discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge their path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. TRC recognizes that the expertise of its staff is its strongest asset, so it generously rewards employees for successful performance and invests in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

The Distribution Designer I will perform field data collection, detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems and back-office work to support those functions. This work includes gathering field data for designs, entering the information into various programs and the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications and estimates as defined by the client’s scope of work document.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or the equivalent in a technical field preferred. Minimum of 2 years relevant experience required with no degree.
• DEG Management may consider other education and work experience to be acceptable for appointment to this position.
• Shall have demonstrated leadership and technical capability to perform to job duties and responsibilities.
• Complete the DEG Qualification-General template.
• Initiate and maintain the DEG Engineering Qualification template for the appropriate Job Title.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare independently, construction orders related to overhead, underground facilities associated with electric distribution systems applying prescribed standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
• Gather equipment information in the field for design using a variety of tools including a Trimble GPS device and a Hastings Stick.
• Preparation of field notes and design using a variety of data collection tools including DDS and other client tools.
• Transfer field notes to a structural design and contribute to the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, evaluation, and requisitions.
• Preparation of computer assisted design and construction drawings of a complex nature with neatness and a minimum of errors.
• Perform design services requiring a full understanding of drawings, specifications, and industry and company standards covering the assigned work.
• Preparation of engineering calculations (pole loading, guying, transformer sizing, conductor loading / sagging).
• Coordinate design development to meet project schedules.
• Achieve weekly billable goal as defined by the project guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part-time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree