Distribution Designer IV

TRC Companies • TN-Nashville, TN

1d • $37 - $70

About The Position

TRC Companies, Inc., a pioneer in groundbreaking scientific and engineering developments since the 1960's, is a national engineering and environmental consulting firm that provides integrated services to the energy, environmental and infrastructure markets. TRC serves a broad range of clients in industry and government, implementing complex projects from initial concept to delivery and operation. TRC is hiring a Distribution Designer and this position will be working within our Power Distribution Engineering team and a part of our growing Power Sector.

Requirements

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree with over 10 years of experience.
• Experience with overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Proficiency with utility design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or GIS platforms.
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution standards, safety regulations, and construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to field locations as needed.
• Experience managing multiple projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Prior utility or consulting industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems. This work includes the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates.
• Possess an analytical competence to interact with variety of individuals including engineers and experienced distribution system designers.
• Acquire a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility constructions standards, and best industry engineering practices.
• Acquire broad knowledge of engineering disciplines, including design and constructability as applied to construction methods and materials, and the economics involved
• Maintains production and quality of projects, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, various departmental reports and databases; including file management of all documents and records as instructed by departmental guidelines
• Preparation and modification of electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts - graphs, and construction drawing packages
• Perform various 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, lighting audits, etc.
• Perform field data collection utilizing laptop computer, tablet device, GPS, and other electronic devices to collect data for input into database software as necessary.
• Develop a working knowledge telephone, cable, and other communication facilities.
• Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, inspect, and perform maintenance on pad-mount equipment, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Present ideas effectively in formal and informal situations.
• Communicate well in writing and utilize proper ethics with email and telephone communications.
• Keep supervisor and coworkers informed.
• Share complete and accurate information with others.
• Possess the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with all levels in the organization and with outside clients and agencies.

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.
• TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

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