Distribution Engineer I

TRC Companies, Inc. • Grand Rapids Charter Township, MI

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About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. TRC and WSP’s experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for their clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. TRC generously rewards employees for successful performance and invests in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

This position will be working within TRC's Power Distribution Engineering team and a part of their growing Power Sector. The role involves performing detailed design work, including the preparation of drawings, specifications, and estimates for review and approval by the responsible engineer. The Distribution Engineer I will provide limited direction to Designers and Technicians on assigned projects and may be required to act as a design leader on projects of minor complexity.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology, from an accredited program. Management may consider other education and work experience to be acceptable for appointment to this position.
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience with GIS systems, preferably Smallworld or GWD and CADD systems (AutoCad)
• Ability to handle contacts with clients and other agencies in connection with project design responsibilities
• Ability to follow prescribed standards and procedures
• Demonstrated leadership and technical capability to perform job responsibilities
• Must have clear and valid driver’s license; Must be at least 21 years of age to drive on company time including personal and company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare manual or computer assisted design and construction drawings of a complex nature with neatness and a minimum of errors.
• Perform design services requiring a full understanding of drawings, specifications, and industry and Company standards covering the assigned work.
• Take a significant role in the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, evaluations, and requisitions.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries and design development to meet project schedules.
• Acquire on-site field data to accomplish the design or to monitor and evaluate equipment performance.
• May serve as a Project Coordinator on certain projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.
• Jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level