Automated Utility Design Configuration Consultant - Automated Utility Design

About Us

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.

Overview

Will consider candidates near other TRC offices (https://www.trccompanies.com/offices/) 

TRC is seeking an experienced Automated Utility Design (AUD) Configuration Consultant to support utility clients in implementing, enhancing, and optimizing SBS's Automated Utility Design (AUD) platform. This role is responsible for configuring AUD to align with utility engineering standards, construction practices, business rules, and design workflows, with a primary focus on electric and gas utility operations.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong combination of utility industry experience and hands-on AUD configuration expertise, enabling them to translate utility requirements into scalable, maintainable, and efficient design solutions. This individual will work directly with utility engineering, operations, GIS, and asset management stakeholders to configure workflows, standards, materials, assemblies, and business rules that support safe, compliant, and efficient utility design processes.

This position requires strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and project teams in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Responsibilities

AUD Configuration and Standards Management

• Configure and maintain SBS Automated Utility Design (AUD) to support utility engineering standards, construction specifications, and business processes.
• Translate utility requirements into AUD configurations, workflows, validation rules, assemblies, compatible units, material libraries, and design standards.
• Collaborate with utility engineering, GIS, operations, and asset management teams to gather and document business and functional requirements.
• Configure utility-specific workflows supporting electric distribution, gas distribution, transmission, substation, streetlight, and related utility design activities.
• Support integration of AUD with enterprise systems including GIS, EAM, work management, and asset management platforms.
• Develop and maintain configuration documentation, standards libraries, and governance procedures.
• Participate in solution workshops, design reviews, and client requirements sessions.

Utility Process Improvement

• Analyze existing utility design processes and identify opportunities for improved efficiency, standardization, and automation.
• Recommend best practices for configuration management, standards governance, and design workflow optimization.
• Support utility modernization initiatives, including GIS upgrades, Utility Network implementations, and digital transformation programs.

Training and User Enablement

• Develop and maintain training materials, user guides, and configuration documentation.
• Conduct configuration workshops, knowledge transfer sessions, and end-user training.
• Provide technical guidance and configuration support to both internal project teams and utility clients.

Quality Assurance and Testing

• Develop and execute configuration testing plans to validate utility business rules and workflows.
• Support system integration testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and production deployment activities.
• Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure compliance with utility standards, regulatory requirements, and project specifications.
• Investigate and resolve configuration issues, defects, and user-reported concerns.

Project Delivery and Collaboration

• Collaborate with project managers, solution architects, GIS professionals, developers, and utility subject matter experts.
• Support multiple client engagements while delivering high-quality project outcomes.
• Contribute to project planning, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of electric and/or gas utility experience in utility design, engineering, GIS, operations, asset management, construction, or related disciplines.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience configuring, administering, implementing, or supporting SBS Automated Utility Design (AUD).
• Demonstrated experience supporting electric and/or gas utility design workflows and engineering standards.
• Strong understanding of utility construction standards, compatible units, assemblies, material specifications, and business rules.
• Experience gathering, documenting, and validating business and functional requirements from utility stakeholders.
• Experience translating utility requirements into system configurations, workflows, validation rules, and standards libraries.
• Experience supporting AUD integrations with GIS, EAM, work management, or asset management systems.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Map 3D and its role within utility design workflows.
• Experience working with GIS platforms such as Esri ArcGIS, ArcGIS Utility Network, GE Small world, or similar utility systems.
• Experience supporting testing, QA/QC activities, and production deployments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to facilitate workshops and client discussions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a consulting and project delivery environment.
• Self-motivated with a desire to continuously expand utility and technology expertise.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, GIS, Geography, Information Systems, Construction Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience configuring AUD for electric distribution, gas distribution, transmission, substation, or joint-use workflows.
• Experience with Autodesk Vault and Autodesk-based utility design environments.
• Experience integrating AUD with ArcGIS Utility Network, GE Small world, IBM Maximo, SAP, Oracle Utilities, or similar enterprise platforms.
• Experience supporting Utility Network migration programs and GIS modernization initiatives.
• Experience developing technical documentation, configuration guides, and training materials.
• Experience delivering end-user and administrator training.
• Consulting experience working directly with utility clients.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate combines deep electric and/or gas utility industry knowledge with strong AUD configuration expertise. They understand how utilities design, construct, operate, and maintain their networks and can translate those requirements into effective AUD configurations that improve design quality, consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency. This individual serves as a trusted advisor to utility clients, helping bridge the gap between utility business needs and technology solutions.

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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 $105,000.00 - USD $119,620.80 /Yr.