Mid-Level Electrical Engineer - Tetra Tech - Marlborough, MA

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—16,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, facilities, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams.

Tetra Tech is currently accepting resumes from qualified technical writers for a long term assignment with a USAID-funded Engineering Services Project in Afghanistan. The overall objective of this program is to provide direct engineering expertise and quality assurance on a variety of engineering projects for our client.

Responsibilities:
Work with another expatriate Electrical Lead engineer and a well-qualified team of local Electrical Engineers for the timely and accurate design of electrical systems for power transmission and distribution (T&D) projects, vertical structures, and renewable energy systems from concept design and procurement support through construction;

Work directly with USAID and Afghan Ministries to play a role in discussions about issues of national electrification and policies including both the production of power from renewable and non-renewable sources and the Afghan nation’s electrical transmission and distribution systems;

Review electrical shop drawings and respond to subcontractors’ questions and requests for information relating to electrical and sustainable energy issues;

Coordinate specific reach back tasks with the US home office support staff as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field;

3-10 years of previous experience with engineering design for power transmission and distribution infrastructure and building projects;

Knowledge of international codes and standards;

Previous overseas experience is desired.

Experience working in a similar position for an NGO or an international organization is preferred;

Working knowledge of English, both written and spoken. Able to communicate fluently effectively both verbally and in writing;

Willingness to relocate to relocate to Afghanistan for a 12-month assignment, with potential for an extended assignment depending upon performance.

For more information on our company, please visit our website at

www.tetratech.com

. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at

www.tetratech.com/careers

or mail resumes to Human Resources, Tetra Tech Inc., 100 Nickerson Road, Marlborough, MA 01752.

Please Reference Job Code: 12700000102.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

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Job

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Electrical

Primary Location

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United States-MA-US-Marlborough

Organization

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127 GLS

Schedule

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Full-time

Job Posting

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Aug 12, 2016, 8:38:52 AM

Job Closing Date

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Ongoing