ECPM Transmission Engineer (Varies)

TECO Energy•Tampa, FL

17h

About The Position

Power up a career with us. Our people are our greatest investments. Be the light to help us keep our customers connected. If you are interested in a career and not just a position, Tampa Electric is the place to be! Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company. We’re honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Florida and safely provide them with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. We’ve been doing it for more than 100 years, and there’s so much more ahead. Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do. Tampa Electric > is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes TECO Peoples Gas and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations. POSITION CONCEPT Provides engineering and operations support for Transmission Engineering (TE) functions for major capital projects within Electric Delivery (ED) managed by the ECPM team. This position is responsible for both performing engineering work directly and offering engineering oversight to contractors performing engineering tasks on behalf of Tampa Electric. Ensures that all engineering deliverables meet TEC standards, coordinates with contractors to clarify requirements, and verify the quality and compliance of contractor work. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES In support of transmission projects from various sources including TEC energy delivery system expansion, governmental agencies, developers, and private entities. The Engineer is responsible for providing engineering, estimating, programming, and mapping input for, both by performing these tasks directly and by overseeing and guiding contractors executing these activities on behalf of Tampa Electric. This includes reviewing contractor work to ensure it meets TEC standards and providing clarification or direction as needed. Engineer and design transmission lines that are safe, economical, and adhere to accepted engineering practice and standards. Using PLS-CADD and AutoCAD prepare and issue all associated design drawings, specifications and bills of material in a professional and thorough design package. Represent and coordinate Transmission Engineering projects within Electric Delivery’s Project Management process, acting as a liaison between internal teams and contractors. Oversee the progress and technical quality of contractor work to ensure successful project outcomes. Evaluate and select materials, providing expertise in the procurement process. Collaborate with contractors on material selection, monitor equipment delivery, ensure proper project accounting, and verify the accuracy of manufacturers’ drawings. Provide engineering support to operating departments during field activities including field data collection, construction, and closeout. Interpret engineering designs during construction, facilitate communication between internal teams and contractors, and gather feedback for future design improvements.

Requirements

Engineer I - Minimum 18 months of experience or 12 months experience with an FE
Engineer II – Minimum 4 years of experience
Senior Engineer – Minimum 8 years of experience and eligibility to become a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida.
Principle Engineer – Minimum 12 years of experience and must be a licensed Professional Engineer.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Industrial, Mechanical or Chemical) from an ABET accredited college program is required.
The ability to calculate forces acting on structures and equipment, resolve geometric and trigonometric problems to calculate geographical position and direction of forces.
Familiarity with and understanding of the Tampa Electric transmission and distribution construction specifications, operations and mapping to produce designs and create estimates that encompass the expansion, relocation and maintenance of transmission facilities while appropriately considering distribution facilities.
Must be able to work independently on complex assignments involving a wide variety of situations requiring sound judgment.
Requires familiarity with TEC computer-based tools MSOffice, GIS, PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and AutoCAD to efficiently complete day-to-day assignments.
Must be able to communicate effectively both through oral communication and formal written correspondence.
Requires accessing energized substations for inspection purposes after being trained.

Nice To Haves

An Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree
Florida licensed Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

Provides engineering and operations support for Transmission Engineering (TE) functions for major capital projects within Electric Delivery (ED) managed by the ECPM team.
Responsible for both performing engineering work directly and offering engineering oversight to contractors performing engineering tasks on behalf of Tampa Electric.
Ensures that all engineering deliverables meet TEC standards, coordinates with contractors to clarify requirements, and verify the quality and compliance of contractor work.
Providing engineering, estimating, programming, and mapping input for, both by performing these tasks directly and by overseeing and guiding contractors executing these activities on behalf of Tampa Electric.
Engineer and design transmission lines that are safe, economical, and adhere to accepted engineering practice and standards.
Using PLS-CADD and AutoCAD prepare and issue all associated design drawings, specifications and bills of material in a professional and thorough design package.
Represent and coordinate Transmission Engineering projects within Electric Delivery’s Project Management process, acting as a liaison between internal teams and contractors.
Oversee the progress and technical quality of contractor work to ensure successful project outcomes.
Evaluate and select materials, providing expertise in the procurement process.
Collaborate with contractors on material selection, monitor equipment delivery, ensure proper project accounting, and verify the accuracy of manufacturers’ drawings.
Provide engineering support to operating departments during field activities including field data collection, construction, and closeout.
Interpret engineering designs during construction, facilitate communication between internal teams and contractors, and gather feedback for future design improvements.