What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer, PE position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding an Electrical Engineer PE to work in our Ann Arbor office. This individual will be responsible for the design of Electrical Systems for Critical Infrastructure. Critical Infrastructure has a primary focus on municipal and industrial water/wastewater treatment facilities, such as drinking water plants, sanitary sewer plants, and pumping stations. Other areas of work within Critical Infrastructure include Solid Waste Facilities and Department of Transportation.
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.
Your Role:
- Electrical systems planning, design and calculations;
- Develop detailed electrical and control schematics;
- Design medium and low-voltage power systems, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, fire alarm, security, telephone /data systems, wireless communications and other low-voltage systems;
- Prepare project-specific technical specifications, using CSI Master Format and UFGS;
- Incorporate design changes using AutoCAD and/or Revit;
- Meet project schedules and perform work within budgetary constraints;
- Assist in the preparation of status reports, basis-of-design descriptions, project manuals, responses to client comments, memoranda of understanding, and other project-related documentation;
- Reasonably estimate level of effort required to perform electrical design tasks;
- Review submittals and provide responses to Requests for Information;
- Accurately estimate electrical construction costs at various levels of project development
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, from an ABET accredited program
- 10 years of experience in a consulting engineering role;
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in the state where the main body of work is located, or ability to obtain by comity within 12 months;
- Experience in permitting and coordination with Utility providers;
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills;
- Understanding of NEC and other regulations associated with construction of new and renovated buildings;
- Experience with power systems analysis software (e.g., SKM Power*Tools, ETAP, Easypower, AmpCalc) ;
- Experience with the design of various facilities (primarily water and wastewater facilities);
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.
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