Electrical Engineer: Petrochemical Systems & Design

Hm Ec; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

H+M is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Pasadena, TX to lead development of electrical systems for industrial projects. You will specify power distribution from 120V up to 35kV, create one-line diagrams, data sheets, and load lists, and coordinate with clients and vendors under supervision of senior engineers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering with 5–10 years of petrochemical project experience, knowledge of codes, and experience with ETAP/PowerTools SKM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5–10 years of experience in design/construction in petrochemical industries.
• Familiarity with industry codes (API, NEMA, IEEE, NEC).
• Knowledge of power system studies including load flow and short-circuit analysis (ETAP/PowerTools SKM).
• Basic CAD skills: AutoCAD, Microstation; SmartPlant Electrical preferred.

Responsibilities

• Specify power distribution systems for industrial projects and coordinate with clients.
• Develop one-line diagrams, data sheets, load lists, motor schematics, and control narratives.
• Check cable sizing, load studies, and equipment ratings.
• Coordinate with vendors and procurement for instrumentation.
• Input to control system architecture and instrumentation sizing.
• Maintain safety and environmental aspects per company policies.

Skills

DCS architecture

Control Narratives

Cause & Effect Diagrams

Load flow analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PowerTools SKM

AutoCAD

Microstation

SmartPlant Electrical

INTools

Job description

H+M is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Pasadena, TX to lead development of electrical systems for industrial projects. You will specify power distribution from 120V up to 35kV, create one-line diagrams, data sheets, and load lists, and coordinate with clients and vendors under supervision of senior engineers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering with 5–10 years of petrochemical project experience, knowledge of codes, and experience with ETAP/PowerTools SKM.