Power Systems Engineer

Actalent, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. is seeking a Power Systems Engineer in Houston, TX for a contract-to-hire engagement. The role requires 5+ years in electrical engineering and power systems, with hands-on experience in SEL, ABB, and R Taks power management systems and in writing structured text for power controllers.

The position is fully onsite in Houston, with up to 25% travel. A strong background in ETAP, SKM, MCC, motor control centers, and switchgear is preferred, along with industrial experience and a solid

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience in electrical engineering and power systems.
• 3+ years of experience working with SEL / R Taks equipment and power management systems.
• 3+ years of experience writing structured text.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical systems and power management solutions.
• Work with SEL, ABB, and R Taks power management systems.
• Write and maintain structured text for power management systems.
• Travel up to 25% of the time to various project offices.

Skills

Power systems engineering

SEL/ABB/R TakS experience

Structured text programming

Tools

ETAP

SKM

MCC

Motor control center

Switchgear

Job description

Job Title: Power Systems Engineer

We are currently sourcing for a Power Systems Engineer with 5+ years of experience in Houston, Texas. Candidates should have a strong understanding of SEL, ABB, and R Taks power management systems. Qualified candidates should also have an understanding of writing structured text for power management systems.

We are currently sourcing for a Power Systems Engineer with 5+ years of experience in Houston, Texas. Candidates should have a strong understanding of SEL, ABB, and R Taks power management systems. Qualified candidates should also have an understanding of writing structured text for power management systems.

Job Description

We are currently sourcing for a Power Systems Engineer with 5+ years of experience in Houston, Texas. Candidates should have a strong understanding of SEL, ABB, and R Taks power management systems. Qualified candidates should also have an understanding of writing structured text for power management systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical systems and power management solutions.
• Work with SEL, ABB, and R Taks power management systems.
• Write and maintain structured text for power management systems.
• Travel up to 25% of the time to various project offices.

Essential Skills

• 5-15 years of experience in electrical engineering and power systems.
• 3+ years of experience working with SEL / R Taks equipment and power management systems.
• 3+ years of experience writing structured text.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electrical design and engineering principles.
• Proficiency with ETAP, SKM, MCC, motor control center, and switchgear.
• Heavy industrial experience preferred.

Work Environment

The position is based in an office environment, with standard hours from 8 AM to 5 PM. The role requires occasional travel to other project offices.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $80.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Contact Information Collection

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.