Project Engineer - Electrical

Rinvio Recruitment; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent energy service firm is seeking a Project Engineer in Houston, Texas. The ideal candidate will collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to design and produce engineering packages for electrical equipment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least five years of related experience. Knowledge of electrical distribution systems and proficiency in design software is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience as a Project Engineer, preferably within Industrial Manufacturing.
• General knowledge of ANSI, NEMA, and IEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to develop Switchgears and Electrical Equipment Centers.
• Produce comprehensive engineering design packages for Electrical Equipment Centers.
• Perform design load calculations and create interconnection schematics.
• Manage project setup and maintain scope of supply and schedules.
• Coordinate with various departments and customers to ensure functionality.

Skills

Design of Electrical Distribution Systems (600V, 5kV through 35kV)

Design of Power Distribution Equipment (MV/LV Switchgear and Motor Control Centers)

Protection and Control Design

Substation Automation and Relay Application Engineering

Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) Construction Practices

Knowledge of NETA Acceptance Testing Standards

Proficiency in AUTO CAD

Proficiency in ePlan

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Experience with Relay Configuration Software Suites (e.g., SEL, GE Multilin)

Competence in SKM/ETAP Power Systems Analysis Software

Proficient in the MS Office Suite

Proficient in MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) designation

Job description

Overview

A prominent energy service firm specializing in industrial markets is seeking a Project Engineer for its energy and industrial sector.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of mechanical and electrical engineers, design drafters, and cross-functional departments (Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Sales, and others) to develop Switchgears, Motor Control Centers, and Electrical Equipment Centers.
• Produce comprehensive engineering design packages for the manufacturing of Electrical Equipment Centers (EEC), including Mechanical Assembly, Architectural/Structural components, Electrical Assembly, Grounding, Low Voltage Power Distribution, Lighting, HVAC, Fire Alarm, Telecommunications, Raceway Systems, and installation of Major Power Distribution Equipment (including Medium Voltage/Low Voltage Switchgear and Motor Control Centers) and Customer Free Issued Equipment.
• Perform design load calculations, create interconnection schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable schedules, and serve as the primary technical focal point throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project setup, ensuring adherence to documentation, engineering, and quality standards.
• Maintain understanding of the contracted scope of supply, allocated budget, and critical scheduling milestones.
• Develop technical bills of materials and coordinate with Procurement to facilitate purchasing.
• Coordinate with customers, other engineering disciplines, vendors, and internal colleagues to guarantee a fully functional system.
• Lead a team of designers and drafters, ensure engineering data inputs support efficient labor utilization, and oversee design deliverables for compliance with codes, customer requirements, and internal standards.
• Coordinate with the document control department to support the transmittal process of project submissions.
• Create project-specific test plans based on contract requirements and coordinate with quality and testing teams to execute approved plans.
• Perform testing tasks from the approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) / Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) plan, drive punch list resolution, and ensure testing documentation is completed and signed per contract requirements.

Required Skills

• Design of Electrical Distribution Systems (600V, 5kV through 35kV)
• Design of Power Distribution Equipment (MV/LV Switchgear and Motor Control Centers)
• Protection and Control Design
• Substation Automation and Relay Application Engineering
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) Construction Practices
• Knowledge of NETA Acceptance Testing Standards
• Proficiency in AUTO CAD, ePlan, and SolidWorks
• Experience with Relay Configuration Software Suites (e.g., SEL, GE Multilin)
• Competence in SKM/ETAP Power Systems Analysis Software
• Proficient in the MS Office Suite and MS Project

Required Experience and Education

• Minimum of five years of experience as a Project Engineer, preferably within Industrial Manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution; Professional Engineer (PE) designation preferred.
• General knowledge of ANSI, NEMA, and IEC standards.