Distribution Designer II

TRC Companies, Inc. • Huntersville, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a Distribution Designer II to join its Power Distribution Engineering Group. This is an in-office role, and candidates must be local to the office location. The position involves field data collection, detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems, and related back-office support. Work includes collecting and entering field information, 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 role requires independent preparation of construction orders and designs that follow applicable standards and procedures, as well as coordination of design development to meet project schedules. The employee will provide training and technical support to other distribution design classifications and must achieve the defined weekly billable goal. Occasional regional travel to utility client territories, during the business day or overnight, is required. Storm duty is also required.

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.
• 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 21 years of age or older.
• Must be local to the office location.
• 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 programs.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Proficiency with engineering software such as Pole Forman, 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 using 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 to structural designs and contribute to cost estimates, specifications, evaluations, and requisitions.
• Prepare complex computer-assisted design and construction drawings neatly and with minimal 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 defined weekly billable goal.

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 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with applicable state laws.
• 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