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Project Engineer - Weather Station Facilities - FAA
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What they do
An Electrical Substation Engineer is responsible for substation design including schematic development, physical layouts, equipment, and construction cost estimates.
$110,132 / year median in Alaska
Job Description
Project Engineer
- Weather Station Facilities
- FAA Tetra Tech
- 3.
- Essential Job Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following Conduct site assessments to evaluate terrain, environmental conditions, access, utilities, communications, and suitability for weather station deployment.
HAZWOPER
40-Hour certification preferred. Valid U.S. driver's license required. Experience Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in engineering and project execution for infrastructure or facility projects. Experience in Alaska or similar remote, cold-climate, or Arctic/sub-Arctic environments strongly preferred. Experience with site assessments, environmental planning, facility design, and electrical power system implementation for remote or off-grid facilities. Experience supporting permitting efforts with DEC, DNR, USACE, FAA, and local agencies is preferred Experience negotiating land leases, easements, and access agreements, preferably with Alaska Native corporations and government land managers, is desired Proven ability to work in extreme weather, permafrost terrain, and logistically challenging remote locations. Understanding of Alaska-specific design challenges, including permafrost, seismic design, snow and wind loading, and extreme temperature effects, is desired. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar design software, and MS Project, Excel, or equivalent tools is preferred. Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills. Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability and willingness to travel up to 60% and work safely in rugged field conditions. Familiarity with cold-weather engineering, Arctic construction practices, permafrost engineering, and environmental compliance requirements preferred.Work Requirements and Additional Information Work Location:
Remote Position is: Up to 60% travel required to remote field sites throughoutAlaska Work Hours:
40 Background check: Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.Physical Requirements:
Ability to hike to remote sites, climb ladders or structures, work at heights if required, and operate in harsh environmental conditions, including extreme cold, wind, and variable weather. Occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds may be required during installations or maintenance.Work Environment/Environmental Factors:
Outdoor work with exposure to variable weather conditions About LS Technologies At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, we're enhancing our nation's critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees' needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners. In 2024 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization. EEO Commitment LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans. We invite applications from all interested parties. Requesting an Accommodation LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired. If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email or speak with your recruiter. Compensation (Pay Bands) Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40 hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and is just one component of LSTs total compensation package for employees.- In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.