Sr. Electrical Project Engineer (Water/Wastewater) - PE Required

Position Title: Senior Electrical Project Engineer (Water/Wastewater)Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Direct Hire opportunity with our client for a Sr. Electrical Project Engineer onsite in Clearwater, FL or Tampa, FL.Job Responsibilities:

• Leads the project team to create an action plan for the development and project completion of assigned engineering projects, ensuring projects remain within a specified budget and schedule.
• Analyzes processes and systems to identify ways to improve efficiency, increase quality, and reduce costs in collaboration with the project team.
• Responsible for bringing the project from the design stage through to completion with multiple project team members.
• Interacts and works directly with clients, conducts preliminary evaluations, prepares various reports, produces detailed technical specifications and drawing packages, and prepares permit submittals for engineering projects.
• Balances multiple tasks on multiple projects.
• Coordinates with the project team regarding RFIs, submittals, contract modifications, and other changes to the project.
• Analyzes processes and systems to identify ways to improve efficiency, increase quality, and reduce costs.
• Collaborates with the Project Managers to identify and troubleshoot problems.
• Coordinates with other engineering departments when necessary.
• Participates in site visits, agency meetings, and municipal meetings as needed.

Job Qualifications:

• 10-15+ years of progressive, verifiable professional experience, with a significant focus on Water, Wastewater, or Municipal Utility projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited program preferred). Some exceptions are based on experience, on a case-by-case basis.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) License in Florida, or the clear ability to obtain it via reciprocity within six (6) months of hire.
• Expert proficiency in design and plan production utilizing AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and/or Revit is required.
• Proven technical expertise in the specification and design of Medium Voltage (4160 VAC) and Low Voltage (480 VAC and below) systems, including Switchgear, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and standby power systems (Generators/ATS).
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated application of the latest National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience with Arc Flash software, such as eTap or SKM, is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
• The ability to balance multiple work assignments on multiple projects at the same time is required.
• The ability to work alone but also effectively as part of a team is required.
• Requires process-oriented thinking with strong organizational and technical skills.
• Requires excellent communication and the ability to take and understand directives from Project Engineers and Project Managers.
• The ability to complete work consistently, with moderate flexibility to accommodate varying demands from Project Managers is required.
• Prefer candidates with US-based experience in acquiring permits from review agencies on a local, state, and federal level, including direct coordination and communication.
• Candidates are required to have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.
• Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Locations: Clearwater, FL (33756), or Tampa, FL (33624).
• Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.