Senior Electrical Engineer

MW Partners

Tacoma, WA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Building Codes, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Cost Estimates, Customer Relations, Customer Response, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Easements, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering, Engineering Drawing, High Voltage (HV), Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, National Electrical Code, Needs Assessment, OSHA, Operations Planning, Problem Solving Skills, Project Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk, Risk Management, SAP, Safety Codes, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Technical Support, Time Management
LOCATION
Tacoma, WA
POSTED
Today

The New Service Engineer performs professional‑level engineering duties in support of new electrical service projects for the client. This customer‑facing role evaluates electrical load requests, prepares designs and cost estimates, coordinates with field crews and customers, and ensures all work aligns with safety, compliance, and regulatory standards.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze new and existing electrical load requests and determine infrastructure requirementsPrepare initial designs, cost estimates, and Letters of AgreementDevelop design drawings and work orders in alignment with the client's standardsCoordinate closely with drafting, field crews, inspectors, and customersSupport permitting, easements, and right‑of‑way needsEnsure all work complies with WAC, NESC, NEC, and utility policiesProvide customer‑facing guidance throughout the project lifecycleCommunicate service impacts, including outages and construction timelinesRequired Skills & QualificationsKnowledge of T&D electrical systems, construction, and field operationsStrong safety mindset and risk mitigation focusExcellent communication with technical and non‑technical stakeholdersExperience in project management, construction management, or utility operationsFamiliarity with WAC, NESC, NEC, permitting, and right‑of‑way processesExperience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and project management toolsBackground in electrical engineering or related disciplineEngagement OverviewThe New Service Engineer will perform professional-level engineering duties in New Services Engineering in the evaluation, preparation, implementation, coordination, and analysis of engineering projects, studies, systems, and functions. Assignments require a high level of technical expertise within the field of electrical engineering and project management.This customer-facing role will work with customers to understand their needs, design, and cost estimate what is needed from the client to provide power to the customer, and facilitate implementation of the work. This role ensures safe, compliant, and efficient execution of projects across field operations, engineering, and supporting technology teams while aligning with customer needs and regulatory requirements.Utility Operations Knowledge: Understanding of T&D systems, construction practices, and field operationsSafety Focus: Strong commitment to safety standards and risk mitigationCoordination Skills: Ability to align customer needs, engineering, field crews, outages, and materialsCommunication: Clear communication with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Provide excellent customer service and meet customer response expectations.Problem Solving: Ability to resolve field and construction challenges in real timeOrganization: Strong planning and scheduling capabilities across multiple active projectsDecision Making: Ability to make timely, informed decisions in dynamic environmentsExperience & QualificationsExperience and/or knowledge in project management, construction management, or utility operationsExperience and/or knowledge with T&D electrical systems (overhead, underground, substations, or distribution networks)Familiarity with utility standards, permitting, Washington Administrative Code (WAC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electrical Code (NEC), and right-of-way processesExperience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and project management toolsPMP or equivalent certification preferredBackground in electrical engineering, construction management, or relatedKey ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & ExecutionAnalyze new or existing electrical load requests for industrial, commercial, and residential customers to determine if additional electrical infrastructure is required. The client will send contractor packets containing power requests, which may include:Temporary powerUnderground servicesSSB installationsUnderground power installationsDevelop and communicate an initial design, cost estimate, and Letter of Agreement using the customer service policy, the client's construction standards, and other policies as a guide to ensure compliance with all established laws and codes, Washington Administrative Code (WAC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements.Develop design drawings and work orders after payment is received for the installation of utility infrastructure, and coordinate design with the drafting department and field personnel for residential plats and commercial and industrial projects to ensure the layout and placement of electrical facilities comply with all applicable codes, construction standards, and secure easement corridors for placement of the client's electrical infrastructure. This includes electrical design, high voltage equipment components, and materials for primary and secondary conductors to the point of delivery.Develop all working documents for New Electrical Service Construction, including work order packets for line crews, and design drawings using computer programs.Interpret engineering drawings, tables, and specifications.Field & Operations CoordinationConsults with customers, contractors, developers, builders, and other governing agencies during all phases of the construction process from project inception to project completion.Partner with line crews, construction supervisors, meter crews, and field inspectors to execute work safely and efficientlyPotentially conduct site visits and ensure field conditions align with design assumptionsSafety & ComplianceEnsure all work adheres to safety standards, including OSHA and utility safety practicesSupport compliance with applicable regulatory standards (e.g., NESC, NERC, where applicable, environmental and permitting requirements)Coordinate required permits, easements, and right‑of‑way accessStakeholder ManagementRespond to customer needs as a first point of contact for all customers seeking information for the installation of new and alterations to existing electrical services.Serve as liaison between Engineering, Operations, Planning, Customer Service, and external customersCoordinate with municipalities, contractors, and property ownersCommunicate project impacts, including outages and service interruptionsPreliminary DesignsLetters of Agreements, Quote Letters, and other agreements needed for project completionWork OrdersSuccess MeasuresProject completionEffective customer communicationStrong coordination across engineering, field crews, and contractorsAccurate and complete project documentation#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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MW Partners

MW Partners has built a national reputation for excellence in delivering best-in-class technology professionals and project consulting. These services are in a wide range of areas, including advanced application development, network systems, complex internet-enabled solutions, technical documentation, data warehousing/decision support, and help-desk management. MW Partner’s breadth of capabilities assists our clients and collaborative partners to address their critical IT issues to stay ahead of the increasing need for IT portfolio integration and systems ROI.

We have proven to be a company that can continuously deliver high quality enterprise application talent to our customers at a significantly lower cost.

Our vision is to be the best-in-class provider of integrated business and technology services, combining excellence in execution with continuous innovation so that our clients can effectively harness today’s complex IT portfolio environment in support of their business objectives.

Our clients’ inherent value in teaming with MW Partners is extraordinary: A local reach to a broader set of distinctive competencies, deeper industry expertise, and a diverse range of business and technology experts. We possess the experience, scale, scope, and resources to help our clients complete their high yield IT initiatives more cost-effectively.
COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Business Services - Other
FOUNDED
2008
WEBSITE
http://mwpartners.net/