Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technologist Program
Professional Engineer designation with Alberta and/or BC
Minimum 10 years of related electrical engineering experience
Experience in low and medium voltage systems design
Knowledge of protection relaying and power system studies
Familiarity with power utilities, including substation design and HV overhead lines
Experience in sectors like Pulp & Paper, Oil Refining, and Mining is a plus
Responsibilities
Design electrical systems for power distribution and control across various sectors
Conduct technical calculations and software analyses for power system design
Perform on-site electrical research and construction audits
Write detailed technical reports and feasibility studies
Plan project schedules and prepare engineering estimates
Liaise with clients to develop engineering projects
Mentor junior engineers and designers
Benefits
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits
Merit-based financial rewards
Hybrid work culture with remote and office options
Commitment to work/life balance
Collaborative team atmosphere
Opportunities for ongoing professional growth
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer to our EI&C team based in Calgary, AB.
Your Role:
Electrical design of power distribution, control, communication, lighting, commercial, institutional and municipal sectors.
Technical calculations and software use for load calculations, arc flash, fault & coordination studies, power system design.
On site electrical research, construction audits, field reviews.
Writing detailed and concise technical reports, feasibility studies, proposals, including written responses and instructions as required.
Planning schedules/tasks, implementing electrical system studies, preparing materials specs and capital/engineering cost estimates, reviewing design/technical solutions and prepare reports.
Liaison and coordinating with clients to obtain and develop engineering projects.
Preparing proposals, engineering estimates, equipment and design specifications, and engineering reports.
Planning schedules, design tasks, and project execution.
Assisting with mentoring junior engineers and designers.
Controlling design budgets and cost control monitoring and work with our Project Controls group
Coordinating electrical work with Project Managers/Project Engineers to facilitate inter-discipline quality
Managing and enhancing client relationships.
Responsible for adhering to all health and safety policies and guidelines Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or an Electrical Technologist Program.
Professional Engineer designation with Alberta and/or BC.
Minimum 10 years of related electrical engineering experience.
Electrical design experience in low and medium voltage systems.
Experience in protection relaying and/or power system studies.
Experience with power utilities including substation design, grounding, and HV overhead lines.
Previous experience in Pulp & Paper, Oil Refining, Oil Sands, Gas Processing, Pipeline Stations (pump/compressor/metering), Power Generation and Mining sectors considered an asset.
Knowledge of systems 69 kV and above considered an asset.
Good interpersonal skills required for internal team interfaces.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
We have embraced a hybrid culture. Work remote and at our great office location, right in the heart of downtown Calgary.
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, Inc. is an American engineering services company that provides consulting, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company serves a range of industries, including water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Pasadena, California. The company operates in over 50 countries and has more than 20,000 employees.
