Lead Electrical Engineer

Natural Gas Solutions North America Llc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural Gas Solutions North America Llc is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Houston, TX to serve as the SME for electrical circuitry in our New Product Development team. You will mentor engineers, coordinate with vendors, and drive testing across electronics, mechanics, and firmware areas to ensure top-quality performance.

The role requires a BS/MS in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of hands-on experience in instrumentation and low-power applications, plus strong design and testing

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years in electronics development for instrumentation.
• Proficiency in designing, prototyping, and testing analog and digital circuits.
• Strong debugging and circuit analysis skills with hands-on testing experience.
• Experience with Altium and OrCAD; familiarity with hardware test tools like oscilloscopes and DMMs.
• Ability to mentor engineers and work with cross-functional teams in NPI projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for electrical circuitry in NPI Engineering; design, test, and improve hardware.
• Mentor other engineers and coordinate with vendors and suppliers.
• Conduct extensive product testing across electronics, mechanical, and software domains.
• Investigate hardware issues, explore design alternatives, and reduce costs where possible.
• Document work and ensure compliance with design standards and regulations.

Skills

Electrical design

Analog circuits

Digital circuits

Circuit testing

Team collaboration

Education

BSc/MSc Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

OrCAD

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Logic analyzers

Job description

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Lead Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineering Full Time Houston, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1682

Lead Electrical Engineer

Houston, Texas

Full-Time (M-F)

Reports to: Bernie Boos

Role Summary

The Electrical Engineer is viewed as the subject matter expert for electrical circuitry products in Dresser’s New Product Development (NPI) Engineering group. They demonstrate accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives and contribute to the established team of engineers supporting the measurement of natural gas. They must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and must be a self-starter and begin producing solutions and designs with little guidance.

This role will report to the Principal Electrical Engineer. The position requires the application of scientific/electrical principles, performing complex data analysis, and identification of required testing. The engineer is also responsible for mentoring other engineers using best engineering practices, the completion of required documentation, and coordination with vendors and suppliers.

Daily activities will include extensive product testing including electronics, mechanical, and software/firmware functionality to ensure an excellent product. Additional tasks include investigating hardware complaints, researching and implementing alternative components and designs, and identifying lower cost solutions.

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

• BSc/MSc Degree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent, with 8+ years of experience in electronics development for instrumentation and low power applications.
• Proficiency in designing, prototyping, and testing analog and digital circuits.
• Proficient with electrical troubleshooting and circuit analysis.
• Proficient with Altium and Microsoft Office or equivalent programs (OrCAD a plus).
• Proficient with hardware testing tools such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, logic analyzers, etc.
• Excellent ability to analyze, interpret, and improve testing methods and instructions.
• Hands-on experience with testing analog and digital designs, board layout and qualification, as well as soldering and rework.
• Good knowledge of control theory applied to data acquisition and laboratory system/subsystem control.
• Collaboration with software and firmware developers in overall product development.
• The ability to function well both independently and as part of an integrated team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong preference for a person with experience with Technical Regulations and Specifications including, but not limited to, the following:
  • Hazardous Location UL 121201, IEC 60079-0, 60079-11;
  • 62368-1 audio video and comms tech equipment;
  • IEC 61010-1 Safety Requirements or electronic equipment for measurement and laboratory use;
  • NFPA 70 National Electrical Code;
  • IPC-A610E Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies;
  • IEC 60086-4 Primary Batteries - Part 4: safety of lithium batteries
  • gas meter & corrector performance specs:
    • ANSI B109.3
    • MC S-G-08
    • EN 12480
    • OIML R137-1
    • Measurement Instrument Directive
• Experience with regulatory compliance (i.e. UL/CSA/TUV) focusing on safety and emissions testing is desirable.
• Specialties in Intrinsic Safety (C1D1 and C1D2) a strongly desired.
• Good understanding of basic multidisciplinary engineering fundamentals and experience working with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong experience with design documentation, revision control, and document organization.
• Experienced and familiar with low power microcontrollers and how they work and integrate with a battery-operated electronic circuit. In particular the STM32 family of microcontrollers.
• Working knowledge and/or experience with RF hardware and design.

Dresser is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.