Electrical Engineer III

EDG Inc; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EDG Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer III to lead electrical design efforts for oil & gas projects in Metairie.

You will work on generation, distribution, protection and control systems, ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards. The role requires collaboration with multiple disciplines, preparation of cost estimates, and support through procurement, construction, testing and commissioning.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical or Electronics engineering.
• 5–10 years of experience designing and implementing electrical power generation and distribution systems.
• P.E. license preferred.
• Experience leading multi-discipline project teams.
• Experience preparing project cost estimates.
• Experience preparing specifications for procurement, construction, testing and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Knowledge of ANSI/NEMA/NFPA/API/UL/IEEE codes and IEC standards.
• Demonstrated offshore/field travel readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for power generation, distribution, protection and control systems for projects.
• Prepare and review power/control philosophies, drawings, and data sheets.
• Prepare, analyze and review electrical models and system calculations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for integrated design and construction packages.
• Provide support for procurement, field engineering, testing and commissioning.

Skills

Electrical design leadership

Cost estimation

Procurement specifications

Electrical generation & distribution

Offshore/field experience

Codes & standards

Factory acceptance testing

Travel readiness

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

EDSA

SKM

Job description

EDG Inc

Electrical Engineer III

Job Opening Details

Industry: Oil & Gas

Position: Electrical Engineer III

Req Code: 3044

General Location: Metairie

Requisition Number: 3044

Job Title: Electrical Engineer III

Date Opened: 10/6/2027

Location: Metairie

Industry: Oil & Gas

Department: Electrical Engineering

Employment Type: FT Regular

Part Time Available: No

Eligible for US Work Authorization Sponsorship: No

FLSA Exemption: Exempt (Eligible for Straight-Time Overtime)

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer is to be responsible for the developmentand implementation of all electrical design requirements for the project. Thisperson is to be familiar with all power generation, distribution, protectionand related control systems as well as client provided specifications and allapplicable industry codes and standards. The Electrical Engineer coordinateswith other disciplines to insure an integrated design meeting the projectrequirements.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• May lead an electrical design team design indeveloping all electrical power generation, distribution, protection and/orrelated control systems for projects;
• Preparation and review of power/control philosophies and drawings;
• Preparation and review of electrical generation,distribution, rotating, communication and control equipment specifications anddatasheets;
• Preparation, analysis and review of electricalmodels using ETAP, EDSA or SKM
• Preparation and review of electrical systemcalculations;
• Preparation and review of construction drawingsdepicting equipment locations, wiring, tray layouts, supports, and lighting;
• Preparation and review project/clientspecifications and requirements; provide alternatives and recommendations asrequired;
• Preparation and review of layouts and plans forelectrical buildings and facilities;
• Preparation and review of AC and DC load listsfrom mechanical equipment lists and control systems;
• Preparation and review of DC and UPSdistribution systems;
• Preparation and review of electrical drawingsand construction packages;
• Preparation and review of Electrical AreaClassification drawings;
• Preparation and review of test and commissioningprocedures;
• Preparation and review of electrical fabricationand construction details;
• Provide support for the preparation of Pre-FEEDand FEED cost estimates;
• Provide engineering support to procurement ofequipment, skidded packages, and buildings;
• Support and assist field engineering teamsduring construction, test and commissioning;
• Test and commissioning of packages andelectrical systems;
• International and domestic travel may berequired.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• The candidate must have a BS or MS (preferred)degree in Electrical or Electronics engineering;
• Five (5) years with less than ten (10) yearsdemonstrated experience designing and implementing electrical power generationand distribution systems for the offshore oil and gas industry, onshore gasprocessing or hydrocarbon storage and transportation required;
• P.E. License preferred;
• Demonstrated experience working within projectcentered multi-discipline teams;
• Demonstrated experience preparing project costestimates;
• Demonstrated experience preparing specificationsfor procurement, construction, testing and commissioning of electricalgeneration, distribution, rotating, communication and control equipment such asgenerator sets, variable frequency drives, low voltage and medium voltage motorcontrol systems and switchgear, and integrated motor control center buildings,distributed control systems, PLC panels, etc.;
• Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate portionsof ANSI/NEMA/NFPA/API/UL/IEEE codes and standards;
• Demonstrated knowledge of IEC standards andpractices;
• Demonstrated experience leading factoryacceptance testing of package equipment;
• Demonstrated experience providing engineeringsupport to construction, testing, commissioning and startup of electricalfacilities;
• Capability and availability to make offshore andother client site trips.

Additional Application Requirement

To beconsidered, candidates residing outside of commuting distance to the office arerequired to provide a cover letter regarding their intentions to relocate tothe local area and that the candidate understands that there will be norelocation assistance provided.Candidate outside of commuting distance to the office who do not providea cover letter will not be screened for the position.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily conducted in an officeenvironment (Private or Semi-Private Office) but also requires occasionaltravel to off-site onshore/offshore work locations;

Field duties require outdoor work in aconstruction site type atmosphere;

Interaction with other team members, as wellas supervisors and client personnel;

Working on a construction site or in plantand/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels

Must be able to wear safety equipment asrequired by the safety department for personal protection;

May be at more than one job site in a day andmust be able to tolerate climate changes;

May be required to travel out of town on aperiodic basis.

Physical Requirements (With or without Reasonable Accommodation)

• Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds;
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing orother communication capabilities which permits employee to communicateeffectively;
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time;
• Sufficient vision or other powers ofobservation which permits employee to conduct analysis and investigations;
• Sufficient manual dexterity which permit theemployee to perform routine office duties;
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexesto perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.

This job description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Drug Free Workplace

EDG Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug freeworkplace.Applicants are subject toboth pre-employment hair and urine drug screens.

Post-hire, employees are subject to random, periodic,post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing which may include bothhair and urine drug screens. In addition to the requirements of EDGs drug freeworkplace program, employees may be required to sign, acknowledge and complywith drug free workplace policies or programs required by clients.

Weare an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status,or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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