Electrical Engineer

Hatch Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer in Houston, TX to join an integrated electrical team delivering engineering services for capital projects. You will prepare calculations, technical specs, data sheets and reports, and participate in on-site commissioning when required.

You will coordinate with multiple disciplines, review deliverables, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards while supporting global project delivery. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• Must be registered as a professional engineer in Ohio (PE).
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive EPCM/heavy industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough understanding of project requirements related to scope, cost, and schedule.
• Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time-based functions for budgeting.
• Maintain project scope documentation and revisions during design evolution.
• Review electrical design criteria documents and deliverables.
• Assist in development of project-specific procedures and safety plans.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and ensure quality audits per procedures.

Skills

Project planning

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license (Ohio)

Tools

ETAP

SKM

EasyPower

SPEL

Job description

Date: Oct 16, 2026

Location: Houston, TX, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:102318

Job Category:Engineering

Location:Houston,TX,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Our Project Delivery Group (PDG) is a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Hatch is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our electrical team in Houston, TX. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be part of an integrated engineering team providing engineering services for large and small capital projects. The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for preparing engineering calculations, technical specifications, data sheets and reports. The Senior Electrical Engineer is also responsible for assistance/participation in on-site commissioning.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule
• Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time-based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the engineering budget
• Maintain the project scope of work documentation and revisions as required during the design evolution
• Review and execute the electrical and layout design criteria documents
• Review electrical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.)
• Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures
• Define the system requirements to achieve the project results and monitor effectiveness
• Represent the electrical practice in project engineering coordination meetings
• Ensure coordination, between the electrical team and other disciplines, of all activities being performed as the design evolves
• Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with project procedures and the quality assurance plan
• Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of electrical engineering work
• Ensure that all work designed, manufactured and supplied in the electrical engineering discipline complies with the relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
• Participation in the compilation of the client Project Safety Management Plan with specific reference to switching, isolation and lockout procedures

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors of Science degree in engineering from an accredited university
• Must be registered as a professional engineer in Ohio
• Minimum10 + years of progressive experience within an EPCM, heavy industrial, power generation, and/or transmission & distribution industry preferred
• Strong deliverable focus and ability to plan the work
• A high degree of understanding of interdisciplinary dependencies related to the discipline
• Strong understanding of procurement, contracting and commissioning methodologies
• Knowledge of industry/regulatory codes and standards (NEC, NFPA and IEEE standards)
• Knowledge on electrical calculations (short circuit, load flow, protective device coordination, arc flash and harmonics)
• Knowledge on specification of large motor/generator sets and associated equipment, including high-voltage switchgear, transformers, starters and related protection systems
• Knowledge on electrical design tools / software such as ETAP, SKM, or Easy Power. SPEL experience is a plus
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to convey project technical information to project managers, clients and peers
• Must demonstrate organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, take direction, and provide direction to others ensuring the quality of deliverables
• Strong computer knowledge is required
• Excellent safety awareness
• Willingness to be a part of a global engineering company and to collaborate with teams in other offices around the world
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.