Electrical Project Engineer - Oil and Gas - Pipelines and Facilities

atwellgroup; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer with energy experience to support major oil & gas, CO2, hydrogen, and RNG pipeline projects across the US. The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead design teams, coordinate with EPCs and consultants, and ensure deliverables meet project specs while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Expect travel as needed and a strong focus on technical excellence. Pay range listed is $100,000–$150,000 base plus bonus; bachelor’s degree and PE preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Petroleum or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
• Experience leading electrical engineering for oil & gas / energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering activities for oil & gas / energy projects across the US.
• Provide engineering input from feasibility to detailed design.
• Coordinate with EPCs and external consultants to review and comment on design submittals.
• Ensure deliverables meet project specifications and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Electrical design

Client communication

Regulatory compliance

Team liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Petroleum or related field

PE license

Job description

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

Position Snapshot

Atwell is looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer with energy experience. Current projects include oil & natural gas, CO2, hydrogen, and RNG pipelines and facilities.

The Lead Electrical Engineer will achieve business objectives by developing opportunities, executing project work, and acting as the lead SME technical expert within the group. In this role, the selected candidate will be expected to develop and demonstrate proficiency regarding the essential functions of the job found below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Direct project team on various assignments as directed by the lead Project Manager providing technical guidance
• Recommend and implement design changes per the client's request
• Communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, or public as needed: Respond to project inquiries.
• Serve as liaison between clients and project team members.
• Ensure team performance and provide leadership to project teams: Supervise, advise, and assist assigned project team members.
• Foster teamwork within project teams and other teams within the firm.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge
• Establish personal networks.
• Participate in applicable professional societies and trade associations.
• Achieve team performance objectives as well as individual objectives..
• Work closely with other Energy teams within Atwell to take advantage of expertise and share resources.
• Willing to travel when necessary

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university in Electrical, Petroleum or related field required
• Professional License (PE) highly preferred

DAY TO DAY

As the Senior Electrical Engineer, you will manage the Engineering activities related to design for major Oil & Gas / Energy projects (pipelines & facilities) throughout the US and serve as a main point of contact. Every day, you provide engineering technical input into projects at various stages (from feasibility/ preliminary to detailed design), coordinate engineering design efforts with EPC or external consultants to review and comment on design submittals in coordination with support from Atwell subject matter experts and manage and ensure all deliverables meet Project specifications. Additionally, you manage external engineering firms, subcontractors as well as various engineering disciplines (civil, mechanical, structural, etc.) to achieve the highest level of engineering and design for project execution and actively identify all critical risks, issues and impacts of the project specifically the adequate application of and adherence to corporate health & safety and environmental requirements. Review/monitor contractors' progress and monitor the progress relating to key project milestones. Internal coordination with Development, Engineering, Permitting, GIS and Land group. Assist procurement in running RFPs and managing the process to sub-contractors. Remain up to date on new technologies and regulatory conditions including vendor qualifications, industry best practices, safety standards, and relevant standards development.

Pay Range - $100,000 - $150,000 base, + bonus.

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell Benefits

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards - Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student