Distribution Designer I

TRC Companies, Inc. • Allentown, PA

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About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a Distribution Designer I for its Power Distribution Engineering Group within the Power Sector. The role is assigned to Allentown, Pennsylvania, and supports electric and natural gas distribution system design through field data collection, detailed design work, and back-office tasks. Work includes collecting and entering field information, and preparing field notes, drawings, specifications, and estimates according to client scopes of work.

The designer performs design and field technical services for electric distribution systems, maintains project records and quality, and communicates with coworkers, clients, and agencies. The position involves regional travel, occasional overnight travel, and storm duty. A clear and valid driver's license and a minimum age of 21 are required.

TRC describes itself as a global environmental and engineering consulting firm and provides employee training and career development. The stated salary range is USD $21.02–$24.00 per hour. Employees may also be eligible for the company's annual discretionary bonus program, subject to company, business segment, and individual performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Clear and valid driver's license required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to track and manage day-to-day activities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasional regional travel during the business day or overnight, and storm duty, are required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree is acceptable but not required.
• One or more years of electric utility or telecommunications field experience preferred.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications desired.
• AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, or similar program experience preferred.
• Proficient use of engineering software preferred.
• Experience with Field Maps preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems, including preparing field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates.
• Develop working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code, national engineering standards, utility construction standards, and industry engineering practices.
• Develop broad knowledge of engineering disciplines, design and constructability, construction methods and materials, and related economics.
• Maintain project production and quality, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, departmental reports and databases, and document and records management.
• Prepare and modify electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts and graphs, and construction drawing packages.
• Perform 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, and lighting audits.
• Collect field data using a laptop, tablet, GPS, and other electronic devices, and enter data into database software as necessary.
• Develop working knowledge of telephone, cable, and other communication facilities.
• Operate equipment to measure utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, and inspect and maintain pad-mount equipment.
• Present ideas effectively; communicate clearly verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervisors, clients, agencies, and others; keep supervisors and coworkers informed; and share complete and accurate information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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, depending on full-time or part-time status and seniority.
• At least eight paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of the employee’s state of residence.
• Possible eligibility for the annual discretionary bonus program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against key performance indicators.
• Employee training and development of new skills and certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED