Distribution Designer II

TRC Companies • NC-Huntersville, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

TRC is seeking a Distribution Designer II to join its Power Distribution Engineering Group within the Power Sector. This is an in-office position; candidates must be local to the office location. The role performs field data collection, detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems, and back-office work supporting those functions. Work includes collecting field information, entering it into various programs, and preparing field notes, drawings, specifications, and estimates according to the client’s scope of work. As directed by a supervisor, the designer may provide direction, training, supervision, and guidance to other design staff of equal or lower grade. The position includes occasional regional travel to utility client territories during the business day or overnight and storm duty.

Requirements

• Two years of progressive development as a Distribution Designer or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of practices and procedures relating to technical matters in Electrical Distribution Design.
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications is desired.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to track and manage day-to-day activities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear and valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to travel occasionally, primarily regionally to utility client territories during the business day or overnight.

Nice To Haves

• AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, or similar programs.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Proficiency with engineering software, including Pole Foreman, SPIDAcalc, G/Tech, WorkPro, PLS-CADD, Design Manager, Smallworld, and Ivue.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and prepare construction orders for overhead and underground electric distribution facilities, applying prescribed standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
• Gather equipment information in the field using tools such as IKE Office, Katapult, and a Hastings Stick.
• Prepare field notes and designs using data collection tools such as SPIDAcalc and other client tools.
• Transfer field notes into structural designs and contribute to cost estimates, specifications, evaluations, and requisitions.
• Prepare neat, accurate computer-assisted design and construction drawings of a complex nature.
• Perform design services requiring 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 to other distribution design classifications.
• Meet the weekly billable goal defined by project guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide direction, training, supervision, and guidance to other design staff as directed by a supervisor.
• Perform storm duty.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) package with traditional and Roth options and company match.
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year, based on employment 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.
• Potential eligibility for 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: High school or GED