Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer I - Oil & Gas

EDG Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

EDG Inc is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer I in Houston, TX. The role involves hands-on tasks under close supervision, with exposure to electrical power generation, distribution, and control systems across projects.

The position requires a BS in Electrical Engineering (and considers Masters), travel to client sites, and collaboration with design teams. Regular FT, no part-time option, with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must have a BS degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (Dec 2026 or May 2027 grads eligible).
• For degrees attained outside the U.S., must have E.I.T. designation from a U.S.-based state board.
• 0–1 year of engineering design and/or project management experience in oil & gas or industrial facilities.
• Ability to travel to client sites.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to interact with staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Work with design team in developing electrical power generation, distribution, protection and related control systems for projects.
• Prepare power/control philosophies and drawings.
• Prepare electrical generation, distribution, rotating, communication and control equipment specifications and datasheets.
• Prepare electrical models using ETAP, EDSA or SKM.
• Prepare electrical system calculations.
• Prepare construction drawings depicting equipment locations, wiring, tray layouts, supports, and lighting.
• Review project/client specifications and requirements.
• Prepare layouts and plans for electrical buildings and facilities.
• Prepare DC and UPS distribution systems.
• Prepare electrical drawings and construction packages.
• Prepare Electrical Area Classification drawings.
• Prepare test and commissioning procedures.
• Prepare electrical fabrication and construction details.
• Provide support for Pre-FEED and FEED cost estimates.
• Support procurement of equipment and field packages.
• Support field engineering teams during construction, test and commissioning.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Travel to client sites

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Masters degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

EDSA

SKM

Job description

EDG Inc is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer I in Houston, TX. The role involves hands-on tasks under close supervision, with exposure to electrical power generation, distribution, and control systems across projects.

The position requires a BS in Electrical Engineering (and considers Masters), travel to client sites, and collaboration with design teams. Regular FT, no part-time option, with equal opportunity employment.