Job Description

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

JOB-10044399

Anticipated Start Date

07/21/2025

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract and/or Direct Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a Minority Owned and Veteran Operated Business which bridges the gap between traditional engineering practices and the evolving needs of the Energy Industry.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to lead or support capital projects involving electrical power systems, instrumentation, and process control systems in the chemical, refining, or biofuels industries. The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of experience, strong knowledge of industry codes (NFPA, NEC, IEEE, etc.), and demonstrated leadership in process design and project execution.

Job Description

• Functions as a project lead for a small project or an area lead for larger projects.
• Scope definition from receipt of basic data to Issue for Design process deliverables
• Interface with the clients’ cross functional teams to define all operating requirements.
• Responsible for study, design, specification, and services related to electrical systems including power generation, power systems performance and control, cabling and wiring, lighting, motor control centers, communication systems, cathodic protection, grounding, lightning protection, heat tracing, etc.
• Responsibility for assessing the quality, robustness, and capability of newly designed and installed Capital Projects.
• Industrial electrical power distribution ranging from high voltage (greater than 35kV), medium voltage (1kV through 35kV) through low voltage (120V through 1kV)
• Electrical power distribution equipment such as generators, substations, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, distribution panels
• Electrical utilization equipment such as motors (AC and DC), controllers, electrical process equipment
• Electrical drawing knowledge (reading and generation via Microstation V8):
• Single Line Diagrams
• Three Line Diagrams
• Schematic Diagrams
• Wiring Diagrams
• Physical Drawings
• Involved in discussions around the control of the process. Frequently pulls in additional technical resources for making decisions about the project viability and resolve any safety concerns or hazards.
• Provides engineering, Checkout and Qualification for the Capital Project process control systems, such as distributive control systems and components, instrumentation technology, and programmable logic controllers.
• Overall responsibility for design, specification, selection, and services relating to instrumentation and control systems including basic process control systems, safety systems, control panels, analyzer systems, field instrumentation, valves, etc.
• May self-perform or lead other engineers to complete project scope and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers. On some occasions, will also plan, schedule, and conduct work requiring independent judgment and adaptation of engineering techniques.
• Participation in Process Hazard Analysis for project-related work.
• Define the process design basis for other disciplines, specifically Electrical Systems, conduit sizing, and Instrumentation and interface with these groups throughout detailed design. Leading multidisciplinary small project teams across several different businesses and site infrastructure.
• Develop project estimates, scopes, and schedule. May lead estimate reviews.
• Work with Construction Manager during FEL as well as to oversee project execution in the field.
• Forecasting and project cost tracking, monthly.
• Manage scope change technically and commercially.

Skills Required

• Must have a good understanding and knowledge of industry codes and standards (NFPA 70E/NEC, OSHA, IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, API, and ASI.
• Experience in the chemical, refining, or biofuels industry required.
• Experience with Piping and Instrumentation Diagram, Development, equipment sizing, electrical calculations, and instrumentation.
• Demonstrated leadership of process design on capital projects, including responsibility for budget, schedule, and change management.
• 7-10 years of experience.

Education/Training/Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• PE in TX

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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