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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 substation Protection and Control (P&C) functions for major capital projects 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 verifies the quality and compliance of contractor work.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- In collaboration with Electric Delivery’s System Security Department, define protection requirements and operating philosophy, and develop relay protection and control schemes in line with TEC system standards. Review and guide contractor-provided designs to ensure alignment with project goals. (15%)
- Represent and coordinate Substation 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. (15%)
- Evaluate and select protection and control devices, 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. (15%)
- Provide engineering support to operating departments during system checkouts. Interpret engineering designs during construction, facilitate communication between internal teams and contractors, and gather feedback for future design improvements. (15%)
- Lead the development of protection and control drawings for assigned projects, including preliminary layouts, installation drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of material, nameplate schedules, and cable schedules. Prepare and submit work orders and necessary documentation to operating departments. Support Protection & Control crews and contractors during project execution. Reconcile all records and documentation upon project completion, including the preparation of operating and switching instructions. Oversee and review contractor-produced drawings and documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy. (40%)
RELATIONSHIPS
Key Internal: All Electric Delivery departments, including Substation Operations, System Security, Project Management, Accounting, Purchasing, Planning, and Energy Supply.
Key External: Maintain frequent contact with other utility and industry personnel, vendors and participate in relevant professional organizations (i.e. IEEE PES PSRC & Substations Committee) as budgets permit. Serve as the primary point of contact for contractor engineering teams.
SUPERVISION
Direct: None
Indirect: May provide guidance, training, and consultation as a relay engineering specialist to other P&C engineers and to contractor engineering teams on substation relaying schemes and calculations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: 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 and must be a licensed Professional Engineer.
Education
Required: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
Licenses/Certifications
Required: Eligible to obtain an FE in the State of Florida and must obtain within the first 2 years of employment
Preferred: Professional Engineering License in the State of Florida
Related Experience:
Required: Minimum of 2 years of experience in power system engineering and operations.
Supervisory Experience
Required: None
Required: Must have sound knowledge of or basis to learn protection and control systems to interpret Substation and manufacturer’s drawings and to be able to independently evaluate and modify system designs.
Preferred: The ability to manage individual researcher or staff specialist responsibilities and to conduct, coordinate, and supervise complex engineering studies and reports. The ability to assist in training, orientation, work assignments and supervision of other employees.
Leadership Competencies
- Speaks Up on Safety, Health and the Environment
- Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
- Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
- Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
- Develops People and Teams
- Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
- Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgment
WORKING CONDITIONS
Most work is in an office environment however field work within substations or in the equipment yard to gather data, work with crews, etc. may be required. Some overtime and/or weekend work may be necessary. Support major storm restorations by conducting field assessments of TEC substations and identifying required repairs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS
Working in substations requires walking on uneven surfaces (granite rock, limestone roadways and grass areas).
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....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
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.
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 may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.