Senior Electrical Substation Design Engineer (Tampa) - Remote/Hybrid

Tetra Tech; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Electrical Substation Design Engineer in the Power Division. This role offers the chance to work remotely with a talented team across the US and Canada, focusing on innovative solutions for electrical distribution systems. You will leverage your extensive experience in electrical engineering to lead projects, prepare technical documents, and ensure compliance with industry standards. With a commitment to sustainability and excellence, this organization provides a dynamic environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to tackle complex challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Health Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in Electrical Engineering required.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems and industrial controls essential.

Responsibilities

• Assigns work, reviews technical accuracy, and prepares proposals.
• Establishes client contacts and analyzes design problems.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Design of Electrical Distribution Systems

HVDC Projects

3D Design Software

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

3D Design Software

Job description

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science.

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a Electrical Substation Design Engineer (Senior) for our Power Division. The candidate will work remotely with a group located across the United States and Canada. Tetra Tech offers the opportunity to have access to a local office if required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities:

• Assigns and outlines work, advises on technical problems, and reviews work for technical accuracy and adequacy.
• Reviews and prepares technical documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with technical requirements.
• Prepares proposal writeups and estimates based on client Request for Proposals (RFPs).
• Develops, approves, and coordinates work schedules to ensure that objectives of cost, quality, and time are met.
• Requires effective working relationships with colleagues, officials, and associates for the purpose of discussing design problems, explaining design features and specifications, and other project control criteria.
• Establishes and maintains client contacts to seek or provide technical information related to the immediate project.
• Analyzes problems, organizes investigations, and determines specific design criteria.
• Makes commitments on acceptance of projects, completion dates, resources, and staff required to meet objectives.
• Is required to have knowledge of related disciplines/fields of engineering.

Requirements:

• University degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Over 10 years of working experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Possess experience in the study, technical knowledge, and design expertise of electrical distribution systems and industrial controls for a broad range of industries, with a heavy emphasis on utility substations.
• Possess knowledge in the design of medium and high voltage power distribution and transmission, including load flow, short circuit and grounding studies, transformer sizing and cable sizing.
• Possess experience in preparing layouts, elevation views, installation details, grounding, lighting, cable trays and conduit layout drawings.
• Possess exceptional communication skills (client relations, team project communications, and proposal and report development).
• The ideal candidate will have experience in preparing technical specification of the electrical equipment, evaluation of proposals, and will be able to review vendor drawings.
• The ideal candidate will have knowledge of design of renewable energy facilities such as solar and wind farms.
• The ideal candidate will have experience with HVDC projects.
• The ideal candidate will have experience conducting projects using a 3D design software.
• The ideal candidate will be registered as a Professional Engineer in the United States.

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $190,000. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Additional Information:

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the US. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational and security) and professional reference checks is required. Some Tetra Tech positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 600 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees - 30,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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