Senior Electrical Engineer - MC & I - Oil and Gas
About the Position
As a Senior Electrical Engineer in the Oil & Gas group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget.
This opportunity is only available to candidates located within the Odessa/Midland, TX area. Candidates can work remotely from this geographical location.
Essential Responsibilities
Perform detailed design of all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling as they relate to Substations and other power projects
Prepare computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power transmission and distribution systems, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, motor starting, power factor, harmonic analysis and other related studies. Employee should create a simple hand check to quantify the computer aided results.
Develop protective relay settings. Set, test, wire, and install relaying and control systems.
Prepare a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies.
Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) as well as other commissioning activities
Provide occasional field assistance and troubleshooting
Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings in-person and remotely
Supports business development via Seller-Doer, assists with marketing tasks, and prepares proposals as needed
Assists with establishing and managing engineering budget and scope expectations.
Prepare technical write-up for applicable change orders
Reviews submittals for conformance with client specifications and design
Attends safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
Works additional time beyond 40 hours/week to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions, as required
Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships, particularly for communication pertaining to specific assignments and meeting topics
Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
Maintains high ethical and professional standards while showing strong judgement
Maintains professional understanding of all applicable Codes and Standards, and construction practices
Reviews and verifies the work of engineers, designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy
Provides field assistance, troubleshooting, and observation reports
Checking the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
Other duties as assigned
Must Have
Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
Experience: 7+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
Licensure: FE is required; PE preferred
Knowledge and familiarity with medium and low voltage distribution
Base knowledge of Protection & Control Schemes
Knowledge and familiarity with substation electrical design
Proficiency with power system studies software such as PSSE, PSCAD, ETAP, SKM
Previous experience coordinating and managing projects with key clients, customers, contractors and others
Familiarity with the Oil & Gas market sector
Assist with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings both remotely and in-person
Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
Good interpersonal and people skills
Self-starter with strong initiative
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Pay Range - $125,000 - $175,000 base, + benefits, + year end bonus.
Disclaimer
While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.
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