Distribution Designer I

Trc Companies, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a Designer I for our Power Sector in Richmond, VA. You will perform electric distribution design, take field notes, photos, and measurements to support designs in AutoCAD, with field time typically 30–40% of work. Collaboration with ROW agents and survey crews is routine in this role.

Minimum 6 months of electrical design and AutoCAD experience is required, with an Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related field. ArcGIS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Minimum of 6 months of communications and/or electrical design experience.
• Minimum of 6 months of AutoCAD design experience.
• ArcGIS experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform each essential duty meeting external and internal client expectations.
• Take field notes, pictures and measurement data to complete designs using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with other Designers, Survey Crew Members, and ROW Agents.
• Maintain safe working environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain QA/QC processes.

Skills

AutoCAD

Field surveys

Electrical design

Communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

About Us

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,transportationand infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team,you’lldiscover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

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. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Overview

TRC is a global consulting firm providing environmentally advanced and technology-powered solutions for the oil and gas, power and infrastructure industry. TRC has over6,000 employees in over 150 offices globally, including Canada, China and the UK.

TRC is currently interviewing for a Designer I in our Power Sector located in TRC’s Richmond, VA office.

We are seeking a motivated individual with electric distribution design experience. Designers take field notes, pictures and measurements to aid in the completion of design work. Distribution design work includes overhead to underground primary and secondary conversions, distribution pole replacements, and overhead conductor replacements.

At times, designers work closely with the right-of way team to find an alternative route and adjust easements on designs when necessary. Designers will be in their field on average 30-40% of their time to compile field information and speak with customers about project specifics.

Responsibilities

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty meeting external and internal client expectations.
• Responsible for taking all field notes, pictures and measurement data to complete designs and redesigns utilizing AutoCAD.
• Collaborating with other Designers, Survey Crew Members, and Row Agents.
• Maintain safe working environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain QA/QC processes.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Minimum of 6 months of communications and/or electrical design experience.
• Minimum of 6 months of AutoCAD Design experience.
• ArcGIS is highly desired not required.

Benefits

TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• 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.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation

In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation

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

Disclaimers

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.

Salary Range

USD $20.00 - USD $31.04 /Hr.