Tetra Tech · 3 weeks ago
Project Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $195K/yr
10+ years expTetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. They are seeking a Project Engineer for their Power Division to lead and support the execution of complex power infrastructure projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
ConsultingSustainabilityAgricultureRenewable EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural Resources
Responsibilities
As the project engineer, act as the overall engineering lead. Provide direction and guidance to discipline leads and coordinate the technical aspects of projects
Coordinate and execute engineering activities for substation, HVDC, transmission, and renewable energy projects
Support project managers in the planning, scheduling, budgeting, and delivery of engineering projects
Coordinate the preparation, document review, interdisciplinary review, and issuance readiness of engineering deliverables, including design criteria, reports, specifications, calculations, drawings, studies, and vendor documents
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure alignment of project objectives, schedules, and deliverables
Monitor project progress and provide regular updates regarding scope, schedule, budget, and technical issues
Support the development of project execution plans, work breakdown structures, staffing plans, and resource forecasts
Interface with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders to facilitate project execution and resolve technical issues
Coordinate and track vendor drawings reviews, confirm that applicable disciplines are engaged, monitor review status and due dates. Participate in technical evaluations, bid reviews, procurement activities, and equipment selection processes
Assist in preparing engineering cost estimates, proposals, and responses to client Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
Coordinate design reviews, interdisciplinary reviews, and quality assurance activities
Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to support successful project delivery
Provide and coordinate construction support, including responses to RFIs, field reviews, commissioning support, and issue resolution
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering standards, project execution, and quality processes
Mentor discipline leads, junior engineers and designers and support knowledge-sharing initiatives across project teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
Professional Engineer (P.Eng. or PE) registration, or eligibility to obtain registration within a reasonable timeframe
Minimum 10-15 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, project engineering, or project delivery roles
Demonstrated experience with high-voltage substations, HVDC converter stations, transmission systems, or utility-scale renewable energy projects
Strong understanding of electrical power systems, substation design, protection and control systems, and utility project execution
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing engineering deliverables
Familiarity with utility industry standards and applicable codes, including IEEE, NEC, CSA, IEC, ANSI, NESC, and related standards
Experience preparing technical specifications, equipment evaluations, engineering reports, and procurement documentation
Working knowledge of engineering design processes, construction practices, and commissioning activities
Experience reviewing vendor documentation and coordinating with equipment manufacturers and contractors
Strong project management, organizational, and scheduling skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing experience
Preferred
Experience working within consulting engineering environments is highly desirable
HVDC project experience, including converter stations, transmission integration, or owner's engineering support, is considered a strong asset
PMP certification will be considered an asset
Benefits
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
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Company
Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech provides innovative solutions focused on water, the environment and energy for the government and commercial clients.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1991-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
Dan Batrack
CEO
James Maxwell
CEO
Recent News
2026-07-30
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