Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Designer

Gulf Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Companies, based in Houston, TX, seeks a Principal Electrical/Instrumentation Designer to lead detail design activities within the electrical/instrumentation discipline. The role emphasizes complex diagrams and CAD leadership, with responsibilities including vendor drawing reviews and collaboration across project teams.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in electrical/instrumentation drafting, strong knowledge of codes, and proficiency with AutoCAD and 3D design.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of design experience in drafting environments for electrical/instrument diagrams and wiring diagrams.
• Minimum five years CAD experience, including 3D design.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and industry standards.
• Latest versions of AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex designs and layouts of one-line diagrams, E/I plans, sections and details, wiring and schematic diagrams.
• Train and direct CAD operators and designers as required.
• Review vendor drawings and other documents.

Skills

Problem-solving

Results oriented

Customer focused

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree or technical certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

3D Design

Job description

Gulf Companies, based in Houston, TX, seeks a Principal Electrical/Instrumentation Designer to lead detail design activities within the electrical/instrumentation discipline. The role emphasizes complex diagrams and CAD leadership, with responsibilities including vendor drawing reviews and collaboration across project teams.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in electrical/instrumentation drafting, strong knowledge of codes, and proficiency with AutoCAD and 3D design.