PRINCIPAL ELECTRICAL DESIGNER

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Companies is seeking a Principal Electrical/Instrumentation Designer in Houston, TX, to perform detailed design within the Electrical/Instrumentation discipline. The role requires extensive CAD experience, including 3D design, and a solid understanding of applicable codes and standards.

Responsibilities include leading CAD efforts, mentoring junior staff, and reviewing vendor drawings. The position is office-based in Houston with a focus on complex diagrams and wiring schematics.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of design experience in drafting environments for One-Line Diagrams, Electrical/Instrument plans, sections and details, and wiring diagrams.
• Minimum of 5 years of CAD experience, including 3D design.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex designs and layouts of One line Diagrams, E/I Plans, Sections & Details, Wiring Diagrams and Schematic Diagrams using CAD tools.
• Train and direct CAD Operators and Designers as required.
• Review vendor drawings and other documents.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Electrical design concepts

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree or trade certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Position Title: Principal Electrical/Instrumentation Designer

Location: Houston, TX

Position Description

Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services and more.? The Principal Electrical/Instrumentation Designer is responsible for performing detail design activities within the Electrical/Instrumentation discipline.

Essential Functions

• Perform complex designs and layouts of One line Diagrams, E/I Plans, Sections & Details, Wiring Diagrams and Schematic Diagrams utilizing CAD hardware and software.
• Train and direct CAD Operators and Designers, as required.
• Review vendor drawings and other documents.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 10 or more years of design experience in a drafting environment developing One-Line Diagrams, Electrical/Instrument plans, sections and details, schematics diagrams and wiring diagrams.
• Minimum of 5 years of CAD experience, including 3D Design
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and industry standards.
• Latest versions of AutoCAD.

Education

• High school diploma. Associate's degree or certification from technical trade school preferred.

Competencies

• Problem-solving skills
• Results oriented
• Customer focused
• Good oral and written communication skills

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Frequent sitting and operating a computer.
• Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or office materials.
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
• Physical demands requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.

Gulf is an Equal Opportunity Employer.? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.