Distribution Engineer I

TRC Companies • NC-Asheville, NC

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About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is hiring a Distribution Engineer I to work with its Power Distribution engineering team in the growing Power Sector. The role involves performing complex detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems, including preparing drawings, specifications, and estimates for review and approval by the responsible engineer.

The engineer performs design work with a minimum of supervision, following applicable drawings, specifications, industry standards, and company procedures. The work may involve technical matters in areas such as electrical engineering, instrumentation and control, protective relaying, transmission design, substation design, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, distribution engineering, surveying, and GIS and mapping.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 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 the job responsibilities.
• 0–2 years of underground and/or overhead distribution engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or working toward earning an EIT.
• Experience working with SDG&E.
• Experience working in both field and office settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and estimates for review and approval by the responsible engineer.
• Prepare neat, accurate manual or computer-assisted design and construction drawings for complex work.
• Perform design services using a thorough understanding of drawings, specifications, industry standards, and company standards.
• Assist with overhead and/or underground engineering calculations and analysis.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries and design development to meet project schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 the laws of the employee’s state of residence.
• Potential eligibility to participate in the company’s annual discretionary bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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