Electrical Engineer II - Oil & Gas Systems

The Planet Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer II for a 12-month contract in Houston, TX. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience. PE designation is preferred, with exposure to energy infrastructure such as industrial facilities, pipelines, and power generation.

Responsibilities include office-based design work and occasional field support (scoping, construction, and commissioning). Some travel to project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) designation preferred.
• Experience with electrical engineering for industrial facilities, compressor stations, pipelines, power generation, or other energy infrastructure preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical design codes, industry standards, engineering practices, and equipment specifications.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to apply engineering standards, modify approaches when appropriate, and draw on previous experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues and impacts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time-sensitive deliverables and multiple project priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard engineering and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Approximately 80% office-based work supporting multiple project teams.
• Approximately 20% field work involving project scoping, construction support, and commissioning activities.
• Ability to work effectively in a time-sensitive project environment.
• Occasional travel to compressor station facilities and project sites may be required.

Skills

2+ years experience

Electrical design standards

Strong problem-solving

Strong communication

Strong organizational skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

The Planet Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer II for a 12-month contract in Houston, TX. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience. PE designation is preferred, with exposure to energy infrastructure such as industrial facilities, pipelines, and power generation.

Responsibilities include office-based design work and occasional field support (scoping, construction, and commissioning). Some travel to project sites may be required.