Distribution Engineer III

TRC Companies, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 92,060 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Designer III to conduct field data collection and detailed design for electric distribution systems. The role involves engineering calculations, design checks, mentoring entry-level staff, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, with 5+ years experience in the field and proficiency in tools like PLS-CADD. The position includes comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range of $92,060.80 to $108,000.00 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in transmission or distribution engineering.
• Proficiency in modeling and navigating PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Familiarity with NESC and/or GO95.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design and budgetary estimates.
• Mentor and train entry-level staff.
• Prepare reports and feasibility studies for management.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Proficiency with Excel

Quality Assurance/Quality Control

Electric utility industry standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

California Professional Engineer license (P.E.)

EIT certification

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

Job description

Overview

The Distribution Designer III will perform field data collection, detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric 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.

Responsibilities

• Detailed design and budgetary estimates.
• Equipment specification, proposal evaluation and requisitioning.
• Engineering calculations to assure safety and performance of equipment and systems.
• Acquisition of on‑site measurements and other field data to accomplish the design or enable the evaluation of equipment performance.
• Responsible for distribution design and engineering in client’s geographic information systems (GIS) and work management systems (WMS) as required.
• Checking completed job for adequacy of design and documentation.
• Mentor and train entry level staff.
• Review design and documentation of entry level staff.
• Monitor the construction of various electrical distribution systems as assigned to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Monitor construction work to ensure conformance with project design plans and specifications.
• Monitor work to ensure compliance with applicable engineering and construction codes and practices.
• Aid in evaluation and approval of contractor’s invoices.
• Perform economic analyses of engineering alternatives.
• Prepare reports and feasibility studies for submission to management.
• Serve as project coordinator or project engineer on assigned projects.
• Promote efficient flow of information and ensure complete and accurate record keeping.
• Be familiar with the company’s design/drawing system, ANSI standards, National Electrical Safety Code, General Order 95, and the company’s and client’s design and construction standards.
• Able to model, navigate and review within PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Shall keep informed of current developments in the area of responsibility.
• Achieve weekly billable goal as defined by the project guidelines.
• Perform other department duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related.
• 5+ years’ experience in the transmission or distribution engineering field.
• EIT required.
• California Professional Engineer license (P.E.) preferred or in progress.
• Proficiency with Excel and Power Line and Structure modeling for computer aided and design development, PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Proficiency with providing Quality Assurance/Quality Control reviews.
• Proficiency with NESC and/or GO95.
• Familiarity with industry codes standards and practices for electric utility practice.

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.
• 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.

Salary Range

USD $92,060.80 – USD $108,000.00 / Yr.