Distribution Designer II

TRC Companies, Inc. • Huntersville, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a Distribution Designer II to join its Power Distribution Engineering Group in the Power Sector. This is an in-office position, and candidates must be local to the office location. The role involves field data collection, detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems, and back-office support. Work includes gathering field data, entering information into various programs, and preparing field notes, drawings, specifications, and estimates according to the client’s scope of work. The designer may also provide direction, training, supervision, and guidance to other design staff of equal or lower grade as directed by a supervisor.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of progressive development as a Distribution Designer or equivalent. A clear and valid driver’s license and age 21 or older are required. Occasional travel is primarily regional within utility clients’ territories, during the business day or overnight. Storm duty is required. The listed salary range is USD $24.02–$29.25 per hour. Employees may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on company, business segment, and individual performance against key performance indicators.

Requirements

• Two years of progressive development as a Distribution Designer or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of practices and procedures pertaining to technical matters in electrical distribution design.
• Clear and valid driver’s license.
• 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.
• Must be local to the office location for this in-office position.
• Occasional regional travel, including possible overnight travel, to utility client territories.
• Storm duty.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications.
• AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, or similar program experience.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Proficiency with engineering software including Pole Forman, SPIDAcalc, G/Tech, WorkPro, PLS-CADD, Design Manager, Smallworld, and iVue.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and prepare construction orders related to overhead and underground electric distribution facilities, applying prescribed standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
• Gather equipment information in the field for design using tools including IKE Office, Katapult, and a Hastings Stick.
• Prepare field notes and designs using data collection tools including SPIDAcalc and other client tools.
• Transfer field notes to a structural design and contribute to cost estimates, specifications, evaluations, and requisitions.
• Prepare complex computer-assisted design and construction drawings neatly and with a minimum of errors.
• Perform design services requiring a full understanding of drawings, specifications, and applicable industry and company standards.
• Prepare engineering calculations, including pole loading, guying, transformer sizing, conductor loading and sagging, load studies, and voltage studies.
• Coordinate design development to meet project schedules.
• Provide training and technical support for other distribution design classifications.
• Achieve the weekly billable goal defined by project guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k) 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 8 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 Company’s annual discretionary bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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