Engineer Senior

ENGIE North America Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employer-paid disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, review, and implementation of electrical solutions for ENGIE's operating assets and capital projects.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role ensures electrical systems meet project objectives, industry standards, and regulatory requirements while supporting project execution from design through commissioning. The position partners with internal teams, contractors, utilities, and permitting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8 years' experience in a similar position, including designing electrical systems and field inspection and troubleshooting.
• PE license preferred.
• Familiarity with district energy, utilities and combined heat and power systems.
• Knowledge of NEMA, NEC, IEC, ISO, IEEE and other electrical design codes.
• Knowledge of low (up to 600V) and medium voltage (up to 34.5kV) equipment sourcing.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices for electrical systems and protective relaying.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with accuracy and independence.
• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy.
• Domestic travel up to 25% may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design specifications and cost estimates for transformers, switchgear, cables, motors, generators, UPS systems, and substations.
• Prepare bills of materials and equipment lists to support project execution.
• Review and validate detailed engineering work by contractors and vendors.
• Evaluate existing electrical infrastructure and distribution systems.
• Lead assessments for equipment upgrades, repairs, and performance improvements.
• Perform and review load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and infrastructure analyses.
• Support electrical safety programs and audits.
• Coordinate utility interconnections and permitting with authorities and service providers.
• Conduct site visits and field inspections while staying current on codes and best practices.

Skills

Electrical design

Field inspection

Troubleshooting

Protective relaying

Electrical codes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license preferred

Job description

The Senior Electrical Engineer leads the design, review, and implementation of electrical engineering solutions for ENGIE's operating assets and capital projects. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role ensures electrical systems meet project objectives, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. The position serves as a key technical expert, supporting project execution from design through commissioning. It also collaborates closely with internal teams, contractors, utilities, clients, and permitting authorities. Additionally, the Senior Electrical Engineer partners with ENGIE's global Centers of Excellence to promote best practices and technical consistency across the organization.

• Develop electrical design specifications and cost estimates for transformers, switchgear, power and fiber optic cables, motors, generators, UPS systems, and substations.
• Prepare bills of materials and equipment lists to support project execution.
• Review and validate detailed engineering work performed by contractors, consultants, and equipment vendors.
• Evaluate existing electrical infrastructure, including distribution systems, utility supply connections, and facility wiring.
• Lead engineering assessments and recommendations for equipment upgrades, repairs, replacements, and performance improvements.
• Perform and review electrical studies, including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and infrastructure analyses.
• Support electrical safety programs by conducting audits and ensuring compliance with applicable standards.
• Design and specify electrical components, perform engineering calculations, and coordinate utility interconnections.
• Manage permitting, regulatory compliance, and utility approvals with local authorities and service providers.
• Conduct site visits, field inspections, and technical assessments while remaining current on industry codes, standards, and best practices.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 8 years' experience in a similar position, including designing electrical systems and field inspection and troubleshooting
• PE license preferred
• Familiarity with district energy, utilities and combined heat and power systems
• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards such as NEMA, NEC, IEC, ISO, IEEE and other electrical design codes
• Knowledge of specifying and sourcing electrical equipment for low voltage (up to 600V) and medium voltage (up to 34.5kV) applications
• Knowledge of latest sustainability practices for electrical systems and proficiency in protective relaying.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy and independence.
• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 25% of the time
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies;

Compensation

Salary Range:

$102,000.00 - $156,400.00 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all - we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn't just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we're leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

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Division: LEI RoW - Northam

Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.

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