Principal Electrical Engineer

Metric Geo; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to provide technical oversight and leadership on complex power and utility projects. You will coordinate activities with internal teams and clients, troubleshoot challenges, and mentor junior engineers. A PE license and 15+ years in power systems are required.

You will lead electrical system design efforts, ensure quality, and drive solutions across projects in Houston and beyond. Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 15+ years of relevant experience, particularly in power systems and substations.
• PE license required.
• Strong background in electrical system design.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and leadership on complex power and utility projects.
• Coordinate activities with internal teams and clients.
• Troubleshoot challenges and develop solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Electrical Eng

Power Systems

Substation Eng

Electrical Design

Protection & Controls

System Modelling

Tech Leadership

Project Coordination

Troubleshooting

Design Solutions

Engineering Principles

Quality Control

Business Development

Mentoring

Client Relations

Resource Planning

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Principal Electrical Engineer will provide technical oversight and leadership on complex power and utility projects, coordinating activities with internal teams and clients. They will also troubleshoot challenges, develop solutions, and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 15 years of relevant experience, particularly in power systems and substations. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required, along with a strong background in electrical system design.

Key Skills: Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Substation Engineering, Electrical System Design, Protection & Controls, Electrical System Modelling, Technical Leadership, Project Coordination, Troubleshooting, Design Solutions, Engineering Principles, Quality Control, Business Development, Mentoring, Client Relations, Resource Planning