Electrical Engineer - Senior

KLM Careers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer based in Houston, TX or Tulsa, OK. In this role, you will lead the design and optimization of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Your technical expertise will include advanced technologies like automation and energy storage. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, 8 years of experience, and proven project management skills to align engineering solutions with business goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of engineering experience in natural gas data centers or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design codes like NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of electrical systems for critical infrastructure.
• Manage complex engineering projects ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of electrical design codes

Experience with PLCs

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

PE License

Master's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Human Machine Interface (HMI)

Job description

Overview

Electrical Engineer - Senior — Houston, TX or Tulsa, OK. As an Electrical Engineer, youll lead the design and optimization of electrical systems that power essential infrastructure—pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. Youll apply your technical expertise to integrate advanced technologies like automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage, driving efficiency and innovation across operations. A key part of your role is ensuring safety through the implementation of arc flash mitigation, fault detection systems, and rigorous compliance with regulatory and environmental standards. Youll also manage complex projects from concept to completion, aligning engineering solutions with business goals and timelines. This is a high-impact role where your leadership and problem-solving skills will directly contribute to operational reliability, safety, and strategic growth.

Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, youll quickly learn and grow with us.

Responsibilities/Expectations

• Leads the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution networks supporting critical infrastructure such as pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities
• Champions the integration of advanced technologies including automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs
• Implements robust safety measures such as arc flash mitigation and fault detection systems to protect personnel and ensure infrastructure reliability
• Provides technical expertise in power distribution, electrical schematics, and system layouts for both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities
• Manages complex engineering projects from concept to completion ensuring alignment with business goals timelines and budget constraints
• Ensures compliance with all relevant safety, environmental and regulatory standards across electrical systems and project execution
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions that meet internal and external customer needs
• Mentors and supports the development of junior engineers fostering technical growth knowledge sharing and a culture of continuous improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience

• Required: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering and eight (8) years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry
• Preferred: PE License
• Preferred: Masters degree in electrical engineering

Job Requirements

• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as a main priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills
• Proficiency in reviewing arc flash studies and implementing improvements
• Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.)
• Preferred: Experience with PLCs
• Preferred: Project Management experience
• Preferred: Experience working in Preliminary-Front End Engineering and Design (Pre-FEED), Front End Engineering Design (FEED), or Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) of small to medium facility projects
• Proficiency in designing and implementing Instrumentation systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates strong organizational/interpersonal skills with safety as a main priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and PC skills
• Proficiency in reviewing arc flash studies and implementing improvements
• Working knowledge of electrical design codes (NEC, NEMA, API, IEEE, etc.)
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder