Distribution Designer I

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors.

About the role

The Distribution Designer I will perform field data collection, detailed designing of electric & natural gas distribution systems, and back-office work to support those functions. This work includes gathering field data for designs, entering the information into various programs, and the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and estimates as defined by the client’s scope of work document. Although the person will be assigned to the Nashville, Tennessee office, occasional regional travel to the utility client(s) territory may be required during the business day or overnight.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of electric & natural gas distribution systems, including the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and design estimates.
• Possess analytical competence to interact with engineers and experienced distribution system designers.
• Acquire a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility construction standards, and best industry engineering practices.
• Develop broad knowledge of engineering disciplines, including design and constructability as applied to construction methods, materials, and economics.
• Maintain production and quality of projects, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, reports, various departmental reports, and databases; manage files of all documents and records as instructed by departmental guidelines.
• Prepare and modify 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, ground-line pole inspections, lighting audits, etc.
• Perform field data collection utilizing laptop computers, tablet devices, GPS, and other electronic devices to collect data for input into database software.
• Develop a working knowledge of 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.
• Communicate effectively in formal and informal situations, both verbally and in writing, with all levels in the organization and with outside clients and agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree acceptable but not required.
• 1+ years of electric utility or telecommunications field experience preferred.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications desired.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track and manage day-to-day activities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• AutoCAD / PLS CADD or similar programs preferred.
• Proficient use of engineering software (preferred).
• Field Maps (preferred).
• Clear and valid driver's license is required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

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

Pay

Salary Range: USD $20.00 - USD $27.38 /Hr.

Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.