Electrical Project Engineer Consultant

Odyssey Information Services; Lake Jackson (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey Information Services is looking for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join their team in Lake Jackson, Texas. This role involves leading electrical scope development for various projects in the oil and gas sector, from concept through startup. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and strong experience in high and medium voltage systems. A valid TWIC Card is required. This position offers a renewable 6-month assignment with long-term project potential.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in electrical engineering projects within oil & gas or heavy industry.
• Experience supporting construction, commissioning, and startup activities in industrial facilities.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering scope development for projects from concept through closeout.
• Coordinate field construction activities including installation oversight.
• Ensure compliance with electrical and safety standards.

Skills

High voltage (HV) power systems

Medium voltage (MV) power systems

Protective relaying systems

Strong communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Location: Gulf Coast Region (Initially Onsite at Industrial Facility with Future Hybrid/Downtown Office Transition Potential)
Schedule: 9/80 Schedule
Duration: Renewable 6-Month Assignment with Long-Term Project Potential (2–3+ Years)
Requirements: Valid/Current TWIC Card Required

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to support minor capital and expense projects within a large-scale industrial operations environment. This role will lead electrical scope development and execution from concept through commissioning while supporting complex power distribution, motor control, and industrial infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent long-term opportunity for an engineer with strong hands-on project execution experience in oil & gas, LNG, petrochemical, refining, or other heavy industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering scope development for capital and maintenance projects from initial concept through startup and project closeout.
• Develop and manage engineering deliverables including:
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
  • Load lists
  • Equipment specifications
  • Datasheets
  • Protection and control schematics
  • Cable schedules and routing documentation
• Execute and manage Management of Change (MOC) processes for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, vendors, operations, maintenance, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Review and approve electrical engineering deliverables, vendor packages, and construction documentation.
• Perform and/or review electrical system studies including:
  • Load flow studies
  • Short circuit studies
  • Protective device coordination studies
  • Arc flash studies
• Support specification, technical evaluation, and procurement of major electrical equipment including:
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • MCCs
  • Large motors
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Coordinate field construction activities including installation oversight, contractor coordination, field changes, and issue resolution.
• Lead commissioning and startup activities including energization planning, checkout procedures, and functional testing.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical and safety standards including:
  • NEC
  • IEEE
  • ANSI
  • NFPA 70E
• Participate in HAZOPs, constructability reviews, design reviews, and troubleshooting efforts throughout project execution.
• Prepare project documentation including reports, turnover packages, and as-built documentation.

Required Experience

• Strong experience supporting electrical engineering projects within oil & gas, LNG, petrochemical, refining, pipeline, power generation, or heavy industrial facilities.
• Working knowledge of:
  • High voltage (HV) and medium voltage (MV) power systems
  • Protective relaying systems
  • SEL relays
  • Large motor applications
  • Grounding and bonding systems
  • Lightning protection systems
• Experience supporting construction, commissioning, and startup activities in operating industrial facilities.
• Proficiency with ETAP or equivalent power system analysis software.
• Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office tools for project execution and reporting.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination skills.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.

Preferred Background

• Experience supporting brownfield or operating facility projects highly preferred.
• Prior experience coordinating EPC contractors and vendor packages in complex industrial environments.
• Familiarity with industrial safety procedures, permitting, and regulatory compliance processes.