Electrical Engineer

Freese and Nichols; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Overtime pay

Annual bonus

Cabins access

Hybrid schedule

Every other Friday

Job summary

Freese and Nichols seeks an Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in Austin, Texas. You will design electrical systems for water and wastewater facilities, support design and construction delivery, and mentor junior engineers.

Ideal candidates hold a Texas PE, a bachelor’s in electrical engineering, and 6+ years of relevant experience, with NEC/NESC/NFPA 820 knowledge and power system analysis proficiency. Travel and a hybrid work arrangement are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license in Texas.
• 6+ years of Electrical Engineering experience.
• Experience supporting all design phases from pre‑proposal to construction.
• Experience with clients and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of NEC, NESC and NFPA 820.
• Power system analysis knowledge: short-circuit, motor starting, load flow.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Design complete electrical systems for water and wastewater facilities.
• Analyze existing electrical systems for improvements.
• Support projects through design and construction phases.
• Prepare electrical design calculations, drawings, and specs.
• Assess equipment and witness testing and startup.
• Perform quality control to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate tasks to meet schedules and budgets.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and subcontractors.
• Travel as needed to support project execution.

Tools

SKM

ETAP

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Freese and Nichols is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing electrical team in Austin, Texas. As an Electrical Engineer, you will design and deliver electrical systems for water and wastewater systems for municipal, federal and private‑sector projects while supporting project design and construction delivery, quality control, and the development of junior engineers.

What you’ll do

• Design complete electrical systems, including power, lighting, generator systems, and controls for water and wastewater treatment plant and pump station facilities
• Analyze existing electrical systems and develop cost‑effective improvements and modifications to rehabilitate or expand existing facilities
• Support projects through all phases, from pre‑proposal and design through construction
• Prepare and review electrical design calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Assess electrical equipment and witness on‑site electrical testing and startup
• Perform quality control reviews to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Coordinate tasks to support project schedules, budgets, and technical requirements
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to junior engineers
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and subcontractors
• Travel as needed to support project execution and site activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer license in the state of Texas
• 6+ years of Electrical Engineering experience
• Experience supporting all phases of design from pre‑proposal through construction
• Experience working with clients and subcontractors
• Knowledge of construction documents
• Strong understanding of NEC, NESC and NFPA 820
• Understanding of power system analysis such as short circuit analysis, motor starting analysis and load flow studies
• Ability to travel as required

Preferred

• Experience designing electrical power, lighting, and controls systems for water and wastewater treatment plants and pump stations
• Related transferrable experience in designing similar systems in the following industries: power generation, pulp/paper, chemical, midstream or O&G refineries
• Proficiency with SKM or ETAP
• Proficiency with AutoCAD
• Proficiency with Revit

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid overtime for salaried employees
• Annual bonus
• Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina
• Hybrid schedule with up to 40% remote work
• Alternative work schedule program providing a day off every other Friday

Equal Employment Opportunity

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.