Power Systems Electrical Engineer

Hawkins HR Consulting, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Hawkins HR Consulting, LLC seeks an experienced Power Systems Electrical Engineer to ensure reliability, performance, and ongoing improvement of electrical power systems from 120V to 69kV/138kV. You will mentor and collaborate with cross-functional teams while driving major reliability initiatives.

The role offers a clear growth path, a strong mentorship environment, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates with 5+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with electrical power systems from 120V through high-voltage up to 69kV/138kV.
• Familiarity with NFPA/NEC and NETA standards.

Responsibilities

• Support reliability and performance of electrical power distribution systems and equipment.
• Analyze and improve electrical system reliability across low-, medium-, and high-voltage applications.
• Work with transformers and associated power systems.
• Perform motor circuit analysis to identify issues and optimize performance.
• Conduct transformer oil analysis to assess condition and reliability.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a closely related discipline

Tools

CMMS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Power Systems Electrical Engineer to join our team and play a critical role in the reliability, performance, and long-term improvement of electrical power systems and equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who wants to expand their technical expertise, take on increasing responsibility, and work closely with an experienced mentor.

The role offers a strong path for professional growth and advancement within the organization.

Compensation

• $125,000–$130,000 for candidates with approximately 5 years of experience
• $140,000–$150,000 for candidates with approximately 7–10 years of experience
• Relocation assistance available
• Typical work schedule of approximately 40–45 hours per week

What You’ll Do

As a Power Systems Electrical Engineer, you will support the reliability, maintenance, optimization, and performance of electrical power systems ranging from 120V low-voltage systems through high-voltage systems up to 69kV/138kV.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the reliability and performance of electrical power distribution systems and equipment.
• Analyze and improve electrical system reliability across low-, medium-, and high-voltage applications.
• Work with electrical distribution equipment, including transformers and associated power systems.
• Perform and interpret motor circuit analysis to identify developing electrical and equipment issues.
• Conduct and/or evaluate transformer oil analysis to assess transformer condition and identify potential reliability concerns.
• Conduct equipment criticality assessments and risk analysis to identify and prioritize critical electrical assets.
• Develop and implement asset strategies aligned with equipment criticality and business objectives.
• Evaluate preventive maintenance programs and identify opportunities to eliminate low-value maintenance activities while maintaining appropriate risk controls.
• Utilize condition-monitoring and predictive-maintenance technologies to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Analyze maintenance history, reliability metrics, root-cause analysis results, and equipment performance data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate or support Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), FMEA, and Weibull analysis activities.
• Develop and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide electrical reliability and maintenance input for capital projects, including equipment selection, design reviews, bills of materials, and maintenance strategies.
• Support the integration of new equipment into site reliability and maintenance systems.
• Ensure maintenance and inspection information is accurately documented within CMMS systems.
• Support equipment inspections and facility audits to identify reliability concerns proactively.
• Partner with maintenance and reliability teams to optimize spare-parts strategies and equipment availability.
• Champion Management of Change (MOC) processes for electrical equipment and process modifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve safety, reliability, production performance, and cost effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• Minimum 4 years of relevant engineering experience
• Experience with electrical power systems ranging from 120V through high-voltage systems, including systems up to 69kV/138kV
• Experience with transformers and electrical distribution systems
• Demonstrated experience with motor circuit analysis
• Experience with transformer oil analysis
• Strong understanding of electrical reliability, maintenance, and condition-monitoring principles
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards, including NFPA/NEC and NETA or comparable standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze technical data and translate findings into practical reliability improvements
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a chemical manufacturing or other process manufacturing environment
• Experience with reliability engineering methodologies, including RCM, FMEA, RCA, and Weibull analysis
• Experience with predictive maintenance and condition-monitoring technologies, including infrared thermography
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance data analysis
• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)

Why This Opportunity?

This is more than a maintenance or electrical engineering position. It is an opportunity to become a key technical resource for a complex power system while developing your career under the guidance of an experienced and supportive mentor.

You’ll have the opportunity to work across a broad range of electrical systems, from low voltage through high voltage, while contributing to major reliability and continuous-improvement initiatives. As your technical expertise and leadership capabilities grow, there is significant potential for expanded responsibilities and career advancement.

Relocation candidates are encouraged to apply.