Electrical Engineer

Nesco Resource; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MEC medical plan (Medical, Vision, and

401K

EAP services

Job summary

Nesco Resource is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support upstream and offshore oil & gas projects from early-stage design through construction and commissioning in the Houston area.

The ideal candidate remains technically hands-on, developing electrical deliverables, reviewing drawings, and coordinating with disciplines, vendors, and clients to move projects safely into fabrication and field start-up. Travel to fabrication yards is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• Approximately 5-8 years of electrical engineering experience preferred.
• Experience supporting upstream and/or offshore oil & gas projects strongly preferred.
• Experience designing electrical systems for oil & gas production facilities.
• Strong understanding of LV/MV power distribution systems and electrical equipment.
• Hands-on experience with ETAP and/or SKM Power Tools.
• Knowledge of load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and protection coordination studies.
• Familiarity with hazardous area classifications and applicable NEC, IEC, NFPA, and API standards.
• Experience with electrical single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and procurement packages.
• Familiarity with offshore engineering and fabrication practices preferred.
• Exposure to subsea power transitions and fiber-optic interfaces is a plus.
• AutoCAD experience is beneficial.
• Strong communication, organization, and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
• Ability to remain technically hands-on while managing multiple project priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical deliverables including single-line diagrams and procurement packages.
• Design LV and MV distribution systems for offshore/upstream facilities.
• Perform load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and protection studies with ETAP/SKM.
• Conduct hazardous area classification studies per NEC/IEC/API standards.
• Support E-Houses and related systems for offshore facilities.
• Develop electrical load studies and determine power generation requirements.
• Prepare conceptual and preliminary electrical designs for projects.
• Develop manhour estimates and electrical scopes for proposals.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, vendors, clients, and contractors.
• Review electrical drawings and docs prior to construction.
• Participate in constructability reviews to improve installation efficiency.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, construction, commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Support root cause analysis of electrical failures and power quality issues.
• Review vendor documentation and respond to technical questions.
• Participate in FAT and SAT for assigned electrical packages.
• Travel periodically to fabrication yards and vendor facilities.

Skills

Power distribution design

Electrical system studies

Load flow/short circuit/arc flash

Hazardous area knowledge

Multidisciplinary coordination

Hands-on design

Project prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Offshore Oil & Gas

A Houston-based engineering organization is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support upstream and offshore oil & gas projects from early-stage design through construction and commissioning.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys remaining technically hands-on and seeing their designs progress from concept through fabrication and construction. The position will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams supporting offshore production facilities, platforms, pipelines, and related infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical engineering deliverables including single-line diagrams, construction work packages, electrical studies, specifications, and procurement packages.


• Design LV and MV electrical power distribution systems for offshore and upstream oil & gas production facilities.


• Perform electrical system studies using ETAP and/or SKM, including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and protection coordination studies.


• Conduct hazardous area classification studies and ensure electrical equipment meets applicable requirements for classified environments.


• Support electrical design of E-Houses and associated systems for offshore production facilities.


• Develop electrical load studies and determine power generation requirements, including black-start capabilities.


• Prepare conceptual and preliminary electrical designs to support project development and bidding.


• Develop manhour estimates and electrical scopes for project proposals.


• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, designers, vendors, clients, and contractors throughout project execution.


• Review electrical drawings and technical documentation prior to issue for construction.


• Participate in constructability reviews and provide recommendations to improve installation and construction efficiency.


• Provide technical support during fabrication, construction, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.


• Support root cause analysis of electrical failures and power quality issues.


• Review vendor documentation and respond to technical questions throughout project execution.


• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for assigned electrical packages.


• Travel periodically to fabrication yards and vendor facilities as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited four-year university.


• Approximately 5-8 years of electrical engineering experience preferred.


• Experience supporting upstream and/or offshore oil & gas projects strongly preferred.


• Experience designing electrical systems for oil & gas production facilities.


• Strong understanding of LV/MV power distribution systems and electrical equipment.


• Hands-on experience with ETAP and/or SKM Power Tools.


• Knowledge of load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and protection coordination studies.


• Familiarity with hazardous area classifications and applicable NEC, IEC, NFPA, and API standards.


• Experience with electrical single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and procurement packages.


• Familiarity with offshore engineering and fabrication practices preferred.


• Exposure to subsea power transitions and fiber-optic interfaces is a plus.


• AutoCAD experience is beneficial.


• Strong communication, organization, and multidisciplinary coordination skills.


• Ability to remain technically hands-on while managing multiple project priorities.

This opportunity is ideal for an Electrical Engineer who wants to remain deeply involved in technical design while supporting offshore oil & gas projects through the full engineering, fabrication, construction, and commissioning lifecycle.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.