P&C Designer II

ROI - Workforce as a Service (WaaS); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible FSAs

Supportive environment

Job summary

ROI - Workforce as a Service (WaaS) is seeking a P&C Designer II based in Houston, TX, to support protection and control design for medium- and high-voltage projects. The role involves drafting supervision, developing diagrams, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

The candidate should have at least four years of electrical design experience, substation exposure, and proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation. A two-year degree or equivalent is required, with a focus on power systems.

Qualifications

• Two-year associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of electrical system design experience.
• Electrical substation experience required.
• Ability to respond to ad hoc tasks and shifting priorities.
• Basic understanding of power system protection and control systems.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Apply P&C design principles to assigned tasks.
• Provide guidance and direction to drafting personnel.
• Develop three-line diagrams and AC/DC schematics.
• Calculate, verify, and specify materials.
• Adapt standard designs to project requirements.
• Apply industry design practices and standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Report progress and issues to the supervisor.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Work ethic

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Our client is a fully integrated electrical power system services firm delivering end‑to‑end solutions across utility, renewable energy, battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other critical infrastructure markets. Based in Houston, Texas, the company leverages deep subject‑matter expertise and an engineering‑led approach to designing, installing, testing, and maintaining medium‑and high‑voltage electrical infrastructure for clients locally, nationally, and internationally.

Position Overview

The P&C Designer II supports protection and control (P&C) design activities with a minimum of four years of electrical system design experience, including electrical substations. This role provides technical and administrative supervision, coordinates drafting activities, and contributes to the development of high‑quality electrical design packages with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply established P&C design principles and techniques to assigned tasks.
• Provide guidance and direction to drafting personnel.
• Develop three‑line diagrams and detailed AC/DC schematic diagrams, including current circuits, potential circuits, protective relaying, control systems, and alarm systems.
• Calculate, quantify, specify, and verify material quality.
• Adapt standard designs to meet project‑specific requirements.
• Apply common industry practices and design standards.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Report progress and issues to the team supervisor.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Two‑year associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of electrical system design experience.
• Electrical substation experience required
• Ability to respond to ad hoc tasks and shifting priorities.
• Basic understanding of power system protection and control systems.
• Ability to apply standard design practices and evaluate constructability.
• Understanding of field concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation; knowledge of both is a plus.
• Knowledge of industry‑standard drafting practices.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Clear, effective written and verbal communication.
• Solid work ethic and reliability.
• Collaborative approach to project execution.

Our client offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package including:

• Two medical plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company‑paid basic life insurance for employees and dependents
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• A supportive, high‑performance work environment where employees feel valued and empowered