Distribution Engineer

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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. As part of our team, you’ll discover 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.

TRC is seeking a Distribution Engineer I to join our Distribution Engineering Group within our growing Power Sector. This is an in-office position, and candidates must be local to our Windsor, CT location.

This position is responsible for performing complex detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems. This work includes the gathering and preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and estimates. Performing detailed design work including the preparation of drawings, specifications, and estimates for review and approval by the responsible engineer. The role will require well-rounded technical aptitude, high problem-solving ability and excellent teamwork skills to be successful.

• Create business cases to justify system improvements.
• Coordination of planning activities as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers.
• Lead and support capital maintenance and customer-driven projects.
• Develop, review and authenticate distribution planning documents - Develop, review and authenticate power quality investigations.
• Develop, support and improve distribution single line diagrams and distribution system switching diagrams.
• Provide input to support and improve distribution equipment specifications.
• Participate in procurement of distribution equipment.
• Follow, develop and improve planning processes and standards.
• Participate and lead planning initiatives, including presentations to the planning team and senior management.
• Various reporting to the Distribution management, Project Manager and project team.
• Assist the Supervisor, Distribution Planning in managing planning activities.
• Provide technical support to field organizations.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship development skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
• Excellent team player and ability to prioritize assignments to meet commitments.
• Problem-solving skills with proven ability to deal with engineering issues in a timely fashion.
• Ability to arrive at pragmatic solutions to technical issues that represent the best engineered solution. from the perspectives of cost, schedule and scope.
• Human resources skills to mentor more junior engineers and designers.
• Project management skills including demonstrated ability to work in an environment with firm deadlines and a track record for delivering on time and on budget.
• Technical knowledge in power flow, short-circuit, motor starts, and power quality issues such…