Senior Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy (Remote / Hybrid / Office)

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Electrical Engineer with 5–7+ years of experience, including 3–4 years in renewable energy, to support our growing clean energy practice.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead electrical engineering efforts for solar PV and BESS projects
• Develop conceptual and detailed system designs, including:
• One-line diagrams
• Equipment layouts
• Construction details
• System performance studies
• Prepare solar array layouts using PVcase and AutoCAD
• Design protection schemes (switchgear, breakers, relays, fuses)
• Support utility interconnection applications
• Apply knowledge of NEC, IEEE, UL, and applicable codes and standards (480V–35kV systems)
• Perform QA/QC reviews and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Conduct due diligence reviews, including:
• Engineering design reviews
• Glint and glare studies
• Energy yield and performance analysis
• Review RFIs, support construction observation, and coordinate with clients and contractors
• Support field investigations, including site assessments and data collection
• Serve as a technical lead, mentoring junior engineers and supporting multiple projects
• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (power systems or renewable energy focus preferred)
• 5+ years of electrical design experience, including renewable energy projects
• 3–4 years of direct renewable energy experience
• Proficiency in:
• AutoCAD (required)
• Engineering analysis and design software
• GIS and database tools
• Strong knowledge of:
• NEC, IEEE, and UL standards
• Utility-scale solar PV system design (central or string inverter systems)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented consulting environment
• Ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) license within 2 years
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience with:
• PVSyst (solar performance modeling)
• ETAP or similar power system analysis software
• HOMER (microgrid optimization)
• Energy Toolbase (BESS performance analysis)
• Experience with:
• SCADA systems, microgrid controllers, and power metering
• SEL relays

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform computer-based work for extended periods
• Ability to participate in field visits and site assessments as needed

Work Environment / Travel:

• Office, remote, or hybrid work environment depending on location
• Occasional fieldwork and travel for site visits and project support
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams

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 30,000 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.

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.
• A collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
• A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

Compensation:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Pay Range: $120,000-$160,000 annually