Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Electrical Engineer to our team based in Ithaca, Farmingdale, Middletown, or Albany NY.

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.

The Senior Electrical Engineer leads the planning, design, and delivery of electrical systems for complex building and infrastructure projects within the Architectural/Engineering/Consulting (AEC) environment. This role provides technical leadership for power distribution, lighting, emergency and standby power, fire alarm, security, communications, and low-voltage systems, while coordinating multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior staff, and supporting project and client objectives.

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Lead the design and development of building electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, emergency and standby power, fire alarm, security, television, telephone, and communications systems.
• Develop and oversee electrical system concepts, engineering calculations, layouts, equipment sizing and selections, and technical specifications in coordination with other disciplines.
• Serve as lead electrical engineer on assigned projects, providing technical oversight and ensuring quality, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Manage, mentor, and support junior engineers and designers in the preparation of contract drawings, cost estimates, technical specifications, and related project documentation.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate existing electrical systems and to observe, inspect, or review work in progress and completed construction for conformance with design intent.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with project teams, senior leadership, project managers, clients, contractors, and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Travel to project sites as required, including occasional domestic and international travel.
• Execute work in accordance with internal quality procedures, applicable codes, legislation, and industry standards to ensure project compliance and technical excellence.
• Actively pursue continuous learning opportunities to maintain a high degree of technical knowledge and professional competency in structural engineering.
• Promote and maintain a culture of safety by working in a safe manner at all times and promptly reporting all health and safety incidents or concerns.
• Perform additional tasks as required to support project goals, team objectives, and company initiatives.

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or relevant field.

• 8+ years of related work design experience specifically with electrical systems for buildings
• Licensed PE (Professional Engineer) in NY.
• Experience working in an Engineering and/or Architectural/Engineering consulting firm.
• Experience working on K-12 school projects and/or federal projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, and good knowledge of industry software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Active and clear driver's license, including a successful clearance of a Motor Vehicle history check.

Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks, attending meetings, or preparing design documentation.

• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computers, printers, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to review detailed drawings, specifications, and computer screens for extended periods.
• Ability to clearly communicate through speech, hearing, and written correspondence in person, virtually, and via telephone.
• Ability to travel to and from project sites, client…