Distribution Engineer I - TRC Companies, Inc.

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TRC is hiring a Distribution Engineer I.  This position will be working within our Power Distribution engineer team and is a part of our growing Power Sector.

The Distribution Engineer I will be responsible for performing complex detailed design of underground electric distribution systems.

• This position is responsible for performing complex detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems.
• This work includes the preparation of drawings and specifications.
• Will perform detailed design work including the preparation of drawings, specifications, and estimates for review and approval by the responsible engineer.
• Shall have a thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures pertaining to technical matters in one or more of the following areas:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Instrumentation and Control
  • Protective Relaying
  • Transmission Design
  • Substation Design
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Distribution Engineering
  • iSurveying
  • GIS and Mapping

• Shall perform with a minimum of supervision, a variety of design related duties including, but not limited to, the following:

• • 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.
  • Assist in the preparation of overhead and/or underground engineering calculations and analysis.
  • Coordinate equipment deliveries and design development to meet project schedules.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university required.
• 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 to job responsibilities.
• EIT is Preferred or working towards earning EIT.
• 0 - 2 years of underground and/or overhead distribution engineering experience.  Experience working with SDG&E preferred.
• Experience working in field and office preferred.

TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.