Senior Electrical Engineer

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Electrical Substation Design Engineer to our Power team. This role can be performed from anywhere in Canada or the United States.

Position Summary
We are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Substation Design Engineer. This is an existing vacant position for which we are actively recruiting. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Functions

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 co‑ordinates 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.

Analyses 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.

Required Qualifications

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 Canada and/or the United States.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit or stand as required and remain in a stationary position for at least 50% of the workday.

Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, including continuous operation of a computer and other standard office equipment such as calculators, copiers, and printers.

The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting.

Periodic travel may be required and could involve limited exposure to extreme temperatures. Travel may include air travel, during which the employee may be required to remain seated for extended periods.

Benefits
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, 401(k) retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $140,000 to $190,000. The exact salary within this range is determined by education, relevant work experience, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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.

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