Electrical Engineer
Contract Duration: Through 08/31/2026 (with potential for extension)
Location: Houston, TX 77079 (80% Office-Based, up to 25% Travel, some travel outside Houston market)
Work Model: Hybrid (In-Office: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday;Remote: Wednesday, Friday)
Position Summary:
The Electrical Engineer III will backfill a position within the Facility Design Group , managing and overseeing the electrical and controls design aspects of expansion and maintenance capital projects. This role requires managing third-party contractors who perform detailed design work, ensuring compliance with company standards, industry regulations, budgets, and schedules. The candidate will work closely within a very large team and will need to switch efficiently between technical and management communications.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage design and engineering efforts for large horsepower (10, 000 to 30, 000 HP) turbine and motor-driven centrifugal compressor stations.
Manage third-party contractors responsible for detailed design work.
Operate within a fast-paced environment balancing technical and managerial responsibilities.
Spend the first few months running and familiarizing with the system —including websites, specifications, and documentation —to ensure alignment with industry standards.
Ensure compliance with NEC requirements for industrial and Hazardous Classified Areas.
Design and oversee electrical systems including:
Power systems (120/208V, 480V, and 4160V) including lighting, motor controls, switchgear, transformers, generators, grounding, and cathodic protection.
Controls systems based on Allen-Bradley PLCs, Wonderware HMI, motor control circuits, valve actuators, PID controllers, and Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD).
Instrumentation systems such as smart and analog transmitters, gauges, RTDs, thermocouples, and gas/flame detectors.
Develop project scope, schedules, capital cost estimates, and execution plans.
Review and approve design deliverables including drawings, reports, and material listings.
Evaluate vendor quotations, prepare technical evaluations, and recommend equipment and materials.
Provide technical support during construction and commissioning phases.
Incorporate lessons learned from previous projects into design improvements.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
Support and lead department initiatives as needed.
Ensure all designs comply with regulatory, environmental, health, and safety requirements.
Required Skills and Experience:
Minimum 6 years of experience in electrical engineering , preferably with oil & gas industry experience.
Compressor station experience is highly desirable;gas compression experience is a bonus.
Experience with meter station operations is a plus.
Proficient in power systems and instrumentation;familiarity with controls/automation is beneficial, though expertise in all three is not mandatory.
Experience managing third-party contractors and coordinating with large teams.
Knowledge of SharePoint and Oracle platforms is desirable.
Strong ability to communicate and switch between technical and management contexts effectively.
Scope & Impact:
Responsible for the successful execution of projects within the assigned area, with significant financial impact.
Coordinate technical solutions efficiently across internal and external stakeholders.
Provide informal leadership and technical mentorship to peers.
Key Relationships:
Project Manager (weekly status updates)
Facilities Project Engineering Manager (daily to weekly interactions)
External Engineering Firms (daily collaboration)
Operations Teams (weekly project status and design coordination)
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum 6-7 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering and project management
Preferred:
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Proven innovation and change management skills
Ability to independently manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively
Strong problem-solving skills with technical and business acumen
Effective communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Understanding of cross-functional stakeholder dynamics