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Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. 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 Power Delivery offers a full range of design and planning services for virtually any transmission or communication line project. With transmission line experience of up to 500kV and ongoing fiber-optic communication projects completed nationwide, TRC Power Delivery is well-equipped to handle
any linear project.
Responsibilities
Job Function: Will function as a Transmission Engineer on assigned projects of varying complexity. The position will be responsible for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic attachment.
Job duties: Design or assist in the design of various transmission and distribution line projects. Activities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Preliminary design and budgetary estimate for projects ranging from 115kV to 500kV to include planning and design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic attachment.
• Develop material lists in Excel spreadsheets
• Develop structure framing details, to include specifying all parts, hardware, insulators, and grounding details for different pole materials, such as steel, round wood, or laminated wood.
• Be familiar with environmental and licensing processes and how to coordinate issues in the transmission line design process.
• Site new transmission line and be able to coordinate and asses the impacts of real estate, licensing and environmental constraints on the overall engineering process.
• Develop a project schedule that incorporates all facets of design, client reviews, licensing, and all other activities for successful project completion
• Develop a plan & profile drawings under your direction.
• Develop a complete design package that incorporates all necessary details for construction, such as work lists, construction staking table, stringing sag charts, etc.
• Develop material and construction specifications
• Engineering calculations to assure the safety and performance of equipment and systems.
• Coordinating equipment delivery and design engineering to meet construction schedules.
• Assist in checking completed job for adequacy of design and documentation.
• Monitor the construction of the transmission line project to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Activities may include, but not be limited to, the following:
a) Act as Resident Engineer on projects of any magnitude.
b) Safety and Security -- Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
c) Interpret complex plans and specifications and apply available information to ensure that all project design requirements are satisfied.
d) Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes and ensure compliance with all codes.
e) Assist in the preparation and/or monitoring of complex construction schedules to ensure timely completion of the work.
f) Assist in on-site design or investigation work to ensure adequacy of the contractor's methods.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree, Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering, or related
• 5+ years of experience in electrical transmission line design engineering
• P.E. preferred, with the ability to be certified as a professional engineer as soon as eligible
• Proficiency with Power Line and Structure modeling for computer-aided design development. PLS CADD and associated modules (POLE, TOWER), Excel, MFAD, or L-PILE, NESC.
• Knowledge in ACI, ASCE Pole manual, AISC Steel manual preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with industry codes, standards, and practices for electric utility practice.
• Interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated initiative and ability to lead. Attention to
detail.
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 $93,000.00 - USD $149,000.00 /Yr.