Distribution Designer IV

Overview

TRC is looking for a skilled Designer IV to support electrical utility design projects and provide excellent customer service throughout the project lifecycle.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, ensuring clear communication and a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Conduct customer meetings to gather project requirements, provide updates, and resolve concerns.
• Deliver responsive, professional customer service throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform field visits to evaluate project sites, verify existing conditions, and collect essential data for design development.
• Safely operate a company vehicle to travel to job sites, customer locations, and project meetings.
• Ensure field observations are accurately translated into design specifications and documentation.
• Develop detailed electrical utility designs, including distribution systems, service layouts, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Prepare construction‑ready drawings, specifications, and cost estimates in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Apply advanced technical expertise to solve complex design challenges.
• Take full ownership and stewardship of assigned projects from initiation through completion.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Promote a strong safety culture in both field and design activities.
• Conduct quality checks and reviews of design work to maintain accuracy and completeness.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers and team members as needed.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, and construction teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the design process.

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree with over 10 years of experience.
• Experience with overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Prior utility or consulting industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency with utility design software such as AutoCAD, Micro Station, or GIS platforms.
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution standards, safety regulations, and construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to field locations as needed.
• Experience managing multiple projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

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.

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.

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.

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.

USD $40.00 - USD $46.00 /Hr.