Senior Electrical Engineer

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Houston, Texas

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$140,000–$160,000 Per Year

SKILLS

ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Allen-Bradley, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, Budgeting, Communications Protocols, Construction, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Electric Power Generation, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Distribution, Electricity, Embedded Systems, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Engineering, Engineering Management, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Environmental Compliance, Ethernet, Flexible Spending Accounts, Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), Human Machine Interface (HMI), IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), IP (Internet Protocol), Incentive Programs, Instrumentation, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Ladder Logic, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, National Electrical Code, Natural Gas, Natural Gas Engineering, Network Operations Center, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Organizational Skills, Petroleum, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Execution, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, SAP, Safety Compliance, Schematics, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Operations, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Time Tracking

LOCATION

Houston, Texas

POSTED

12 days ago

An engineering firm specializing in natural gas processing, safely delivering natural gas products and transportation infrastructure, as well as petroleum and electricity generation assets is opening a Senior Electrical Engineer role in Houston (TX) or Tulsa (OK).
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The company operates interstate natural gas pipelines and gathering & processing operations throughout the USA.
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Company Size :<\/u><\/b> 6000
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Education :<\/u><\/b>
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Required: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (delivered from an ABET -accredited university only) and eight (8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry.
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Ideally PE License or Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
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For degrees earned outside the U.S., the degree/University must be ABET -accredited to be acceptable
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Experience :<\/u><\/b>
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Power Generation and Controls experience
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8+ years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers, or related industry
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Key Competencies :<\/u><\/b>
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Proficiency in reviewing arc flash studies and implementing improvements
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Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.)
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Experience with PLCs
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Project Management experience
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Experience in Pre -FEED, FEED, or EPC of small to medium facility projects
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Proficiency in designing and implementing Instrumentation systems, including PLCs and HMI systems
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Required tools/systems/platforms/protocols/processes mastery :<\/u><\/b>
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Familiarity with leading hardware and software platforms (Allen Bradley, Rockwell, Honeywell, Delta V), industrial communication protocols (HART, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet IP), and control systems (Factory Talk, Ladder Logic, SCADA).
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Knowledge of OSI Historian, AVEVA, alarm management, SAP maintenance, and embedded systems for operational efficiency and data management.
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Relocation Assistance :<\/u><\/b> Relocation package available
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Visa sponsorship eligibility :<\/u><\/b> Not included
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As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll lead the design and optimization of electrical systems that power essential infrastructure—pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. You’ll apply your technical expertise to integrate advanced technologies like automation, real -time monitoring, and energy storage, driving efficiency and innovation across operations. A key part of your role is ensuring safety through the implementation of arc flash mitigation, fault detection systems, and rigorous compliance with regulatory and environmental standards. You’ll also manage complex projects from concept to completion, aligning engineering solutions with business goals and timelines.
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This is a high -impact role where your leadership and problem -solving skills will directly contribute to operational reliability, safety, and strategic growth.
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MISSIONS<\/u><\/b><\/span><\/span>
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- Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution networks supporting critical infrastructure such as pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities
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- Champion the integration of advanced technologies including automation, real -time monitoring, and energy storage to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs
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- Implement robust safety measures such as arc flash mitigation and fault detection systems to protect personnel and ensure infrastructure reliability
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- Provide technical expertise in power distribution, electrical schematics, and system layouts for both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities
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- Manage complex engineering projects from concept to completion ensuring alignment with business goals timelines and budget constraints
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- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental and regulatory standards across electrical systems and project execution
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- Collaborate with cross -functional teams to deliver engineering solutions that meet internal and external customer needs
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- Mentor and support the development of junior engineers fostering technical growth knowledge sharing and a culture of continuous improvement
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Requirements<\/h3>

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- Demonstrate excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as a main priority
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- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application and PC skills
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- Power Generation and Controls experience
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- Proficiency in reviewing arc flash studies and implementing improvements
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- Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.)
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- Preferred: Experience with PLCs
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- Preferred: Project Management experience?
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- Preferred: Experience working in Preliminary -Front End Engineering and Design (Pre -FEED), Front End Engineering Design (FEED), or Engineering, - - Procurement, Construction (EPC) of small to medium facility projects
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- Preferred: Proficiency in designing, and implementing, Instrumentation systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems
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Benefits<\/h3>
Benefits/perks :<\/u><\/b>
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Up to 6% match on 401k with an additional fixed 4.5% contributed annually - Insurance from day ONE (HSA and FSA options for different plans) -
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possibility to roll over 80 hours per year in PTO and go into the negative by 40 hours - PTO starts at 120 hours/3 weeks and go up to 200 hours/5 weeks - AIP -Annual Incentive Program - Relocation packages available - Applicable Annual Bonus
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Conditions :<\/u><\/b>
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Permanent role
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Salary : $140K–$160K
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Interview Process : <\/u><\/b>
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Recruiter phone screen
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Technical interview (virtual)
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Final technical interview (onsite)
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