Lead Electrical Engineer — Industrial Power & Projects

Ellaway Blues Consulting

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Ellaway Blues Consulting seeks an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee the electrical design and execution of complex industrial and petrochemical projects. The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of design and construction experience in industrial power distribution, hands-on ETAP/SKM knowledge, and a proven ability to lead project teams from concept through commissioning.

Texas-based role requiring strong coordination with multi-discipline engineers and adherence to NEC, IEEE, API,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
5+ years of electrical engineering design and construction experience in petrochemical or similar industrial environments.
Strong industrial power distribution experience across LV and MV systems.
Hands-on experience with ETAP and/or SKM PowerTools.
Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, API, NEMA, and PIP standards.
Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or SmartPlant Electrical is a plus.
Texas PE license is preferred; prior leadership of engineers or project teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise electrical engineering project teams and day-to-day execution activities.
Manage project scope, quality, schedules, budgets, and execution planning.
Design and specify industrial power distribution systems from 120V through 35kV.
Develop and review one-line diagrams, load lists, data sheets, motor schematics, and electrical design packages.
Perform cable sizing, load evaluations, and equipment rating calculations.
Support power system studies including load flow, short circuit, motor starting, relay coordination, and arc flash analysis.
Specify electrical equipment and support procurement from RFQ development through PO award.
Coordinate engineering deliverables across multiple projects while managing cost and schedule requirements.
Identify scope changes and support project change management.
Support proposal development and prepare engineering man-hour estimates.