Electrical Engineer III - Tech Providers : Job Details

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