Engineer Associate - I (Varies)

Tampa Electric Company5 months ago
Tampa, FL, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill, and passion drive our success. Power up your career with a role that supports growth while helping to build a cleaner, brighter energy future. As an Engineer Associate - I, you will provide technical support for engineering, design, planning, operation, documentation, and maintenance of revenue metering equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Senior Meter Engineer to ensure compliance through random sample tests, periodic evaluations, acceptance tests, and obsolete meter elimination.
  • Perform ongoing meter failure analysis to determine future needs and support the transition to an Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI).
  • Assist with Smart Meter (AMI) initiatives including Opt-Out protocols, integration of Meter Data Management with CIS and OMS, and resolving regulatory and customer concerns.
  • Provide technical support to customers on revenue metering and sub-metering issues.
  • Ensure compliance with NERC standards by maintaining up-to-date evidence and updating Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets as needed.
  • Support metering standards and specifications for renewable energy programs and serve as a back-up in day-to-day meter operations.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on PowerPoint, along with data gathering, research, and basic programming in Excel.
  • Familiarity with revenue metering equipment and regulatory compliance processes.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam or intent to pass within one year of employment.
  • A minimum of six months of direct work experience in related engineering tasks.
  • Experience with metering standards, NERC compliance requirements, and the use of spectrum analyzers.

Benefits & Perks

  • 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!

Required Skills

Data Gathering
NERC Standards
Excel
PowerPoint
Basic Programming in Excel
Microsoft Office
Metering Standards
Spectrum Analysis