Electrical & Industrial Engineer

DNV; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (vacation, sick days, ho

Health benefits (medical, dental, vis

401(k) with company match

Hybrid work schedule

Education reimbursement

Volunteer and charitable giving

Job summary

DNV in Austin, TX seeks an Electrical/Industrial Engineer to lead engineering execution and coordination for industrial automation and utility-scale energy projects. You will focus on electrical systems integration, project execution, documentation control, and process optimization.

The role requires strong technical knowledge and proven ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams, manage interfaces with field devices, PLCs, SCADA, and vendors, and travel to site for testing.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial, electrical, or utility-scale engineering projects.
• Experience with engineering drawings, technical documentation and project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical activities throughout project lifecycle.
• Perform electrical design reviews and equipment integration.
• Review and validate panel layouts, I/O lists, network architectures, and single-line diagrams.
• Manage technical interfaces between field devices, PLCs, SCADA systems, and utility communication networks.
• Track engineering deliverables, schedules, risks, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate technical requirements with suppliers and vendors and contribute to equipment selection and procurement activities.
• Execute commissioning and startup activities, including system testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation and operating procedures.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Industrial engineering

Project coordination

Electric design reviews

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC

SCADA

HMI

Instrumentation & control

Job description

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About The Role

We are seeking an Electrical/Industrial Engineer to lead engineering execution and technical coordination for industrial automation and utility-scale energy projects. This role focuses on electrical systems integration, project execution, documentation control, and operational process optimization.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge with project coordination capabilities and enjoys working across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

What You'll Do

• Drive technical activities throughout project lifecycle.
• Perform electrical design reviews and equipment integration.
• Review and validate panel layouts, I/O lists, network architectures, and single-line diagrams.
• Manage technical interfaces between field devices, PLCs, SCADA systems, and utility communication networks.
• Track engineering deliverables, schedules, risks, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate technical requirements with suppliers and vendors and contribute to equipment selection and procurement activities.
• Execute commissioning and startup activities, including system testing and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation and operating procedures.

What we offer

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
• Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
• Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services
• 401(k) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education reimbursement program
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
• Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
• Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
• Career advancement opportunities
• Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department ([e-mail]). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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What is Required

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial, electrical, or utility-scale engineering projects.
• Experience with engineering drawings, technical documentation and project specifications.
• Ability to bridge engineering and project execution while maintaining strong technical oversight.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Resilient and solution-oriented when facing technical challenges and setbacks.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple competing tasks and solution oriented mindset.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for testing and commissioning activities.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Preferred Technical Skills

• Experience with electrical distribution systems and industrial automation.
• Knowledge of PLC, SCADA, HMI, and instrumentation & control systems.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as DNP3, OPC UA, and Modbus RTU/TCP.
• Understanding of industrial Ethernet networks and system communications.
• Experience with testing and commissioning of electrical or control systems.

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*