Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

Position Description

Department: Engineering     

Job Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Salary-Exempt

Reports To: Electrical Controls Engineering Manager

Location: Houston, TX

Amount of Travel Required: 10%

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.                                    

Positions Supervised: Electrical Engineers

AIP Level: 6

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Electrical Engineer focuses on the design, development, and implementation of medium and low-voltage electrical systems for advanced power generation and microgrid applications. They will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of electrical infrastructure—spanning 13.8 kV generator systems, switchgear architecture, 480 V distribution networks, and motor control center (MCC) design.

Core responsibilities include the application of generator and transformer protection philosophies, development of protection relay schemes, and implementation of ANSI protection functions to ensure system reliability and safety. The role also involves performing detailed load flow, short circuit, and coordination studies using ETAP and similar analysis tools to optimize system performance.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will contribute to project execution from conceptual design and documentation (including one-line diagrams, wiring schematics, protection coordination studies, and equipment specifications) through factory testing, field commissioning, and final handover of fully operational systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "May.")

• Serve as a key stakeholder in the design, development, and implementation of medium- and low-voltage electrical systems, including 13.8 kV generator switchgear, 480 V distribution, MCCs, and protection relay schemes for power generation and microgrid applications.
• Act as the primary engineering liaison for new-build manufacturing of mobile power generation packages driven by gas turbines, reciprocating engines, and hybrid systems integrating energy storage and auxiliary power modules.
• Lead electrical design activities encompassing generator and transformer protection, load flow and coordination studies, grounding and bonding design, and integration of protective relays using ANSI-standard protection functions.
• Develop and maintain process specifications to standardize design and testing practices, ensuring consistent quality across all power generation and distribution systems.
• Create detailed component and system specifications to support accurate procurement and manufacturing of electrical assemblies, including switchgear lineups, MCCs, and transformer protection panels.
• Prepare and validate documentation packages defining operational and test criteria for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Review and approve electrical system drawings—such as single-line diagrams, control schematics, and wiring diagrams—to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company design philosophies.
• Support commissioning, start-up, and maintenance of generator systems, switchgear, and auxiliary power distribution equipment, both in the field and during factory validation.
• Perform detailed redline and markup reviews of electrical drawings to support the engineering document control and revision process; serve as an approver for final design releases.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation of product designs, ensuring scalability and reliability of power generation systems across multiple voltage levels.
• Develop and manage technical content for operation and maintenance manuals related to power generation, protection, and distribution systems.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to evaluate and qualify electrical equipment vendors, review technical proposals, and ensure specification compliance.
• Provide remote and onsite troubleshooting, fault analysis, and technical support for deployed assets to ensure optimal system performance and uptime.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Successfully passes all applicable general pre-employment testing including but not limited to: background check, pre-employment drug screening, pre-employment fit tests, pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
• Daily overtime required and in person, predictable attendance in Houston, TX.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required. Most employment is contingent upon meeting company driving standards, including 3 year U.S. driving history and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company policy.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline. An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and relevant professional experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
• Minimum of 10+ years of hands-on experience in power generation or industrial electrical systems, with emphasis on medium-voltage distribution, protection, and control.
• Strong background in generator, transformer, and switchgear protection schemes, with applied knowledge of ANSI protection functions and power system analysis tools such as ETAP or SKM.
• Experience with gas turbine packages preferred (i.e. LM2500, LM6000, LMS-100, TM2500, SGT300, SGT400).

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES

• Able to communicate in a technical manner around clients.
• Ability to work within a team concept to successfully complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to take instruction well and interact with other employees in a positive manner within the framework of assigned work groups.
• Knowledge of supply chain software preferred (SAGE300).
• Knowledge of drawing software packages preferred (AutoCAD Electrical).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Knowledge of GE and other gas turbine related mechanical subsystems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees are frequently required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach, and squat or kneel. The employee works primarily indoors and will be sitting for prolonged periods at a desk while typing on a computer, whether in a home office, corporate office, client office, or jobsite. The employee must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities. When required to visit a wellsite, the work environment may include exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio levels up to 85 dB, inclement weather, and extreme temperatures (both hot and cold). Given these conditions, employees visiting a pad site are required to wear company-mandated and company-issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including fire retardant coveralls, safety hat, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and impact gloves, and must strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures. Employees must be able to independently lift 25 lbs.

Work hours may include early morning, late afternoon/evening hours, and weekends in combination depending on job demands.

AAP /EEO STATEMENT

The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws.  Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.  It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.

Revised 04/2026