Engineering Specialist

Insight Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Houston, TX is seeking an Engineering Specialist to provide engineering and technical support for electric distribution systems across design, construction, operation, and maintenance tasks.

The role focuses on overhead and underground projects, performing analyses, developing system designs, and coordinating with customers, contractors, and field personnel to ensure safe, reliable service delivery and cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 60 credits with 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience reading drawings, site plans, schematics, and technical docs.
• Strong knowledge of NEC/NESC and electrical distribution systems.
• Proficient with SAP, GIS, or MicroStation.
• Excellent communication and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for design, construction, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution systems.
• Prepare construction documentation and cost estimates for projects.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, and field personnel for safe, reliable service.
• Perform analyses including load, fault, motor starting studies.
• Develop system designs for overhead and underground facilities.
• Ensure compliance with NEC and NESC requirements.
• Support utility construction, operations, and maintenance activities.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Design of distribution systems

Construction documentation

Customer coordination

Project management

Electrical distribution systems

Load analysis

NEC/NESC knowledge

Microsoft Office

Engineering calculations

EIT progress

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline

60 college credits hours in engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience

Tools

SAP

GIS

MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

The Engineering Specialist provides engineering and technical support for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution systems. This role supports overhead and underground distribution projects by performing engineering analysis, developing system designs, preparing construction documentation, and coordinating with customers, contractors, and field personnel to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective electric service delivery.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline;
• ORMinimum of 60 college credit hours in an engineering discipline and 3+ years of technical experience in an engineering or electric utility environment.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings, site plans, one-line diagrams, schematics, and technical documents.
• Knowledge of electric distribution systems, electrical theory, and utility operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, contractors, field personnel, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including the National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Experience designing overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.
• Experience preparing cost estimates, construction work orders, easement documentation, and customer service agreements.
• Proficiency with SAP, GIS, MicroStation, or similar utility engineering software.
• Experience performing engineering calculations, including load analysis, fault current analysis, motor starting studies, cable pull calculations, and protective device coordination.
• Ability to develop and revise engineering specifications, reports, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting utility construction, operations, and maintenance activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• EIT certification or progress toward professional licensure preferred.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].