Operations Engineer Co-op (Central Service Area) Fall 2026

Title: Operations Engineer Co-op (Central Service Area) Fall 2026 Company: Tampa Electric Company State and City: Florida- Tampa Shift: Mon - Fri, 20-40 hours, varies on location and/or role Position Summary/Details The Student will work with Operation Engineer on distribution system protection, protection coordination, power quality, and reliability. They will investigate reliability referrals, develop action plans to remedy issues, create work requests to implement proposed solutions, and respond to customers once issues have been resolved. Accountabilities Create and/or process work requests in work management software Estimate electrical loads for customers and determine actual or proposed eld measurements. Model proposed designs in the appropriate software to meet customer needs and ensure all results follow respective regulatory requirements Produce construction prints for eld construction of proposed designs Attend weekly work scheduling meetings Assist TEC Distribution Design sta as needed Physical Location of Co-op Central Service Area (CSA) 2200 E. Sligh Ave Tampa, FL. 33610 Working Conditions Mostly in a normal office environment, a successful candidate will visit the field approximately weekly. This will include riding in a company vehicle on-road and off-road, walking on uneven surfaces, and entering substations. Preferred Availability Part - Time (30 - 40 hours)

QUALIFICATIONS

Education The successful applicant should be enrolled in an ABET accredited university as a college undergraduate or a graduate level post-secondary educational program in a related discipline. Co-Op Requirements To qualify as a co-op student, enrollment in the university's co-op program (proof of enrollment required); if not eligible for co-op program (or program unavailable), the student will be considered an intern. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Required Degree Engineering Preferred/Related Discipline Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Year in School Junior or Senior Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Microsoft Office and Basic Understanding of Power Systems Emera Leadership Competencies Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change Develops People and Teams Drives Operational Excellence for Customers Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgement Benefits TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!! Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more! Storm Duty Requirements TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures. Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) ADA Policy It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s. Application Accommodations Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed. Pre-employment Physical Exams Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tampa Electric Company