Electrical Engineer

Tetra Tech; Salt Lake City (UT); Presencial; USD 95.000 - 145.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Flexible work-life balance

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Tetra Tech in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an experienced Mining Electrical Engineer to design and support electrical power distribution, transmission, instrumentation, and control systems for mining, oil and gas, and heavy industrial facilities.

The role covers all project phases from conceptual design through commissioning, with emphasis on safety, codes, and quality, while interfacing with clients and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Formación

• BS in Engineering required with approximately 5-10 years' experience.
• Experience working in heavy industrial environments required.
• Strong technical knowledge of Power Distribution, Electrical Rooms, MCCs, VFDs, Generation, Transmission, and heavy industrial power systems from low to high voltage.
• Technical knowledge Instrumentation & Controls based on automatic process control system like PLC and DCS.
• Ability to establish the computer-based instrument list and I/O schematics.
• Experience with P&IDs, PFDs, and specifying EI&C equipment required.
• Technical knowledge of loops, interconnections, cable/cable conduit schedules, load lists, and electrical plans.
• Ability to read/interpret specifications and construction drawings.
• Experience in brown field and green field type work.
• Experience with industrial codes and generally accepted governing EI&C codes and standards.
• Experience with business development and commercial proposal writing.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications are required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and driven to develop strong client relationship is required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide electrical engineering and design support (power distribution, power transmission, instrumentation, and equipment controls) for Mining and Oil & Gas facilities and their Asset Management Groups.
• Focus on designing and improving electrical power and control systems for the client plan and specify equipment specific to the mining and oil & gas industry.
• Engineering, designing and technical work to support small to large heavy industrial projects.
• This includes researching, developing, and supporting the designs of a variety of EI&C equipment, facilities, components, and systems for industrial purposes.
• Ensure that the technical content of all engineering and design deliverables meet quality expectations.
• Project delivery: includes engineering and design all project phases from conceptualization through design, including support of fabrication, support installation and commissioning activities.
• Works under minimal supervision, work is reviewed for adequacy on quality and completion.
• Applies principles of safety standards in design, engineering, and construction support.

Conocimientos

Power distribution

Electrical rooms

MCCs

VFDs

Generation

Transmission

Instrumentation & Controls

PLC

DCS

P&IDs

PFDs

Reading drawings

MS Office

Client-facing

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

Revit

AutoCAD

Descripción del empleo

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an Electrical Engineer to our Electrical team based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary:

Tetra Tech is seeking an experienced Mining Electrical Engineer to provide electrical engineering, design, and technical support for mining, oil and gas, and heavy industrial projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, designing, and improving electrical power distribution, transmission, instrumentation, and control systems for both new and existing industrial facilities.

This position will support projects throughout all phases of development, from conceptual design and detailed engineering through fabrication, construction, installation, and commissioning. Responsibilities include preparing electrical designs, specifying equipment, reviewing technical deliverables, and ensuring compliance with applicable industry codes, safety regulations, and engineering standards.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide electrical engineering and design support (power distribution, power transmission, instrumentation, and equipment controls) for Mining and Oil & Gas facilities and their Asset Management Groups.
• Focus on designing and improving electrical power and control systems for the client plan and specify equipment specific to the mining and oil & gas industry.
• Engineering, designing and technical work to support small to large heavy industrial projects.
• This includes researching, developing, and supporting the designs of a variety of EI&C equipment, facilities, components, and systems for industrial purposes.
• Ensure that the technical content of all engineering and design deliverables meet quality expectations.
• Project delivery: includes engineering and design all project phases from conceptualization through design, including support of fabrication, support installation and commissioning activities.
• Works under minimal supervision, work is reviewed for adequacy on quality and completion.
• Applies principles of safety standards in design, engineering, and construction support.

Required Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering required with approximately 5-10 years' experience.
• Experience working in heavy industrial environments required.
• Strong technical knowledge of Power Distribution, Electrical Rooms, MCCs, VFDs, Generation, Transmission, and heavy industrial power systems from low to high voltage.
• Technical knowledge Instrumentation & Controls based on automatic process control system like PLC and DCS.
• Ability to establish the computer-based instrument list and I/O schematics.
• Experience with P&IDs, PFDs, and specifying EI&C equipment required.
• Technical knowledge of loops, interconnections, cable/cable conduit schedules, load lists, and electrical plans.
• Ability to read/interpret specifications and construction drawings.
• Experience in brown field and green field type work.
• Experience with industrial codes and generally accepted governing EI&C codes and standards.
• Experience with business development and commercial proposal writing.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications are required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and driven to develop strong client relationship is required.
• Candidate must be comfortable being client-facing and maintains effective communication with project team members and with the customer.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PE License is a plus.
• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD is preferred.
• Experience with MSHA/OSHA safety regulations preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position, including sitting or standing, for extended periods while performing engineering design, calculations, and computer-based work.
• Ability to frequently operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.

Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach while conducting site visits, inspections, and construction support activities.

Ability to navigate industrial facilities, mining sites, and construction areas, including walking on uneven terrain, gravel, stairs, and elevated platforms.

Ability to occasionally climb stairs and ladders to access equipment, electrical rooms, and industrial work areas, as required.

Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull equipment, tools, documents, and materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Ability to visually inspect electrical equipment, instrumentation, construction drawings, and technical documents, with or without corrective lenses.

Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, contractors, and field personnel in both office and industrial environments.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, and other site-specific safety equipment.

Ability to travel to project sites and client facilities as required, including locations that may involve extended walking or physically demanding site conditions.

• Work is performed in a combination of professional office settings, client facilities, mining operations, oil and gas facilities, and heavy industrial environments.

The position primarily involves office-based engineering and design activities, with periodic travel to project sites for field assessments, inspections, construction support, and commissioning activities.

Office work is generally performed in a climate-controlled environment with standard lighting, moderate noise levels, and prolonged computer use.

Fieldwork may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, and other outdoor environmental conditions.

Industrial and mining environments may involve exposure to elevated noise levels, dust, dirt, vibration, moving machinery, and active construction operations.

Site visits may require working near energized electrical equipment, high-voltage systems, heavy machinery, and other industrial hazards. All work must be performed in accordance with applicable safety procedures and established electrical safety protocols.

Depending on project requirements, employees may be required to access confined or restricted areas, elevated work platforms, or areas with uneven terrain, subject to applicable safety training and authorization.

Compliance with company, client, OSHA, MSHA, and other applicable site-specific health and safety requirements is expected.

The position requires regular collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, project managers, contractors, and clients through in-person meetings, virtual communications, and field coordination.

Occasional travel, extended work hours, or schedule adjustments may be necessary to accommodate project deadlines, construction activities, client requirements, and commissioning schedules.

Life at Tetra Tech:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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