Electrical Engineering PE

Electrical Engineer, PE
Tetra Tech is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer, PE to join our Ann Arbor, MI office. In this role, you'll be responsible for the design of electrical systems supporting Critical Infrastructure projects.
Our Critical Infrastructure work primarily focuses on municipal and industrial water/wastewater treatment facilities—including drinking water plants, sanitary sewer plants, and pumping stations. Additional project areas include solid waste facilities and Department of Transportation infrastructure.
Position Summary:
As an Electrical Engineer, PE, you'll support project delivery from concept through construction, focusing on the planning, design, and implementation of electrical systems for water, wastewater, and related infrastructure projects. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest standards of technical excellence, innovation, and quality.
Essential Job Functions:

Perform electrical systems planning, design, and calculations for complex infrastructure projects.
Develop detailed electrical and control schematics.
Design medium- and low-voltage power systems, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, fire alarm, security, telephone/data, wireless communications, and other low-voltage systems.
Prepare project-specific technical specifications using CSI MasterFormat and UFGS standards.
Incorporate design updates using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
Support project schedules and budgets, ensuring technical quality and accuracy.
Assist in preparing status reports, basis-of-design documents, project manuals, responses to client comments, and other documentation.
Estimate level of effort and construction costs at various project phases.
Review submittals and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 10+ years of experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of primary practice, or ability to obtain via comity within 12 months.
• Experience with utility coordination and permitting processes.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and related electrical design regulations.
• Proficiency with power systems analysis software (e.g., SKM Power*Tools, ETAP, EasyPower, AmpCalc).
• Proven experience in the design of water and wastewater facilities; additional experience with industrial or transportation projects is a plus.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.

Familiarity with Revit or AutoCAD Electrical for design coordination.
Experience supporting business development and proposal preparation.
Exposure to the design of solid waste or DOT infrastructure projects.
PMP certification or formal project management training.
Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, or climb for extended periods during field inspections.
Ability to lift or carry up to 25 pounds (tools, plans, or equipment).
Requires fine motor skills and visual acuity to operate instruments, review drawings, and perform detailed technical work.
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in person, by phone, and in writing.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

Work is performed in both office and field environments.
Fieldwork may occur in treatment plants, pump stations, industrial facilities, and construction areas.
Exposure to noise, heat, mechanical equipment, confined spaces, and electrical systems may occur.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)—including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots—is required.
Occasional travel may be required to support project sites, facility assessments, or client meetings.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
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 is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 25,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
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.