Electrical FEED Engineer

Enchanted Rock; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) Retirement Plan and Company Match

Paid Time Off – Sick and Vacation Time

Hybrid Work Schedule!

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Houston, TX is seeking an Electrical FEED Engineer to lead innovative projects. You will coordinate engineering development and define electrical scopes, collaborating with project managers. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 8-10 years of experience. This role offers competitive benefits, a hybrid work schedule, and opportunities for project leadership. Join us and help ensure reliable energy solutions while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8 - 10 years of combined experience in Electrical and Project Engineering.
• Good theoretical background of MV & LV electrical power distribution.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate front-end design and engineering development activities.
• Develop and define the project’s electrical scope and design criteria.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and system engineers.

Skills

Power, Controls, and Utility systems experience

Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Office

Effective written and oral communication

Drafting in AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar

Tools

ETAP

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Electrical FEED Engineer role at Enchanted Rock.

Job Type

Full‑time

Description

ERock!
Enchanted Rock is a leader and innovator of Electrical Resiliency‑As‑A‑Service. Our advanced dual‑purpose microgrids protect companies, critical infrastructure, and communities from unexpected power outages, ensuring business continuity and civic durability. Enchanted Rock’s dual‑purpose microgrids use natural gas and renewable natural gas (RNG) to drive the nation’s most dependable microgrids — all while producing significantly lower or zero‑carbon emissions than traditional diesel backup generators. Powered by GraniteEcosystem™, our revolutionary software system provides 24/7/365 monitoring, optimization, and forecasts to enable worry‑free, reliable power for businesses. The Enchanted Rock solution brings together patented technologies, advanced dual‑purpose microgrid designs and integrated end‑to‑end services. The Power is On and we keep it On.

What You’ll Do

We are looking to hire a detailed‑oriented, driven, and resourceful electrical engineer to assist our proposal team with FEED (Front‑End Engineering and Design) engineering, providing innovative solutions, based on technical knowledge and practical constructability. The successful candidate will review proposed designs and develop concrete configurations founded on equipment standards and industry norms. The improved designs will then be provided to the project engineering team for final project execution. The engineer will also assist with multiple microgrid reliability as a service Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects.

The engineering applicant will have a proven track record of performing project and electrical engineering work – mechanical engineering experience is a plus. The position will report to the Manager of Microgrid Engineering and will work on a hybrid schedule based out of our headquarters in downtown Houston, TX.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate front‑end design and engineering development activities to establish the technical basis for detailed design and project execution.
• Develop and define the project’s electrical scope, design criteria, and basis of design documents (BODs) in alignment with client objectives and applicable standards.
• Support the preparation of conceptual layouts, one‑lines, and preliminary equipment sizing for distributed generation and microgrid systems.
• Evaluate technical alternatives and feasibility during concept development to optimize performance, cost, and schedule.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, system engineers, and discipline leads to ensure technical alignment and proper integration of electrical systems into the overall project design.
• Support development of key design decisions, such as topology selection, redundancy philosophy, and protection schemes.
• Coordinate with third‑party vendors and specialists to obtain and incorporate budgetary quotations and technical data into FEED deliverables.
• Ensure that FEED documentation meets applicable codes, standards (NEC, ANSI, IEEE, NFPA), and project quality requirements.
• Develop concept‑level power system models (ETAP or equivalent) to support load flow, short‑circuit, and protection coordination studies at the FEED level.
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, design basis documents, and design assumptions registers.
• Additional responsibilities may be added at the direction of Company’s management.

Impact You’ll Make

• Lead & coordinate front‑end design and engineering development activities to establish technical basis for detailed design and project execution.
• Develop & define the project’s electrical scope, design criteria, and BODs.
• Support conceptual layouts, one‑lines, & preliminary equipment sizing.
• Evaluate technical alternatives to optimize performance, cost, & schedule.
• Collaborate closely with PMs, system engineers, & discipline leads.
• Support development of key design decisions (topology, redundancy, protection).
• Coordinate with vendors & specialists for budgetary quotations & technical data.
• Ensure FEED documentation meets codes, standards, & quality requirements.
• Develop power system models for load flow, short‑circuit, & protection studies.
• Prepare & review technical memoranda, design basis documents, & design assumptions registers.
• Additional responsibilities as directed by management.

You’ll Sweep Us Off Our Feet If You

• Have Power, Controls, and Utility systems experience.
• Have strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Office (Project, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and PDF editing/markup software.
• Can develop a good understanding of Company standards, practices, and procedures pertaining to engineering and design.
• Work with minimum supervision, self‑starter, and meet goals & deadlines on own initiative.
• Can maintain deadlines of assigned project deliverables via project management scheduling software.
• Have the ability to drive all technical aspects of a project from cradle‑to‑grave with minimal supervision.
• Can draft effectively and efficiently in AutoCAD – highly preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• 8 – 10 years of combined experience in Electrical and Project Engineering.
• Good theoretical background of MV & LV electrical power distribution, MV/LV switchgear, transformers, power generators, grounding systems, cable installation, and power systems studies (ETAP).
• Demonstrate a good understanding of NEC, ANSI/NEMA, and IEEE standards.
• Ability to multi‑task and handle multiple projects.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to work in a team environment and coordinate with other areas to achieve goals.
• Ability to manage time and complete projects on a timely basis.
• Physical requirements: mobility to work in a standard office setting, occasional site visits, use of standard office equipment, lift up to 20 pounds, read printed materials and computer screens, hearing and speech for communication.

Your Rewards

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Family Leave
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Programs and Incentives
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Company Match
• Paid Time Off – Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• Hybrid Work Schedule!
• Cool Open‑Office Concept

Equal Opportunity Statement

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Enchanted Rock is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Enchanted Rock, we embrace diversity, including all the unique characteristics that make us human: race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, and education. We understand and recognize that diverse backgrounds and perspectives strengthen our teams and our business. The foundation of our diversity efforts is closely tied to our core values, specifically our value of “The Team” which includes “Mutual Respect, Openness, and Honesty.”

Additional Information

Do you have what it takes to join the Enchanted Rock team? Send us your resume today. Be yourself and keep it useful, funny, and cool!