Senior Design Engineer

Brightsmith; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Brightsmith is seeking a Senior Design Engineer (Electrical Power Systems) to lead design and execution of complex power generation projects. The role requires engineering design, technical analysis, project documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver safe, reliable electrical power systems.

Responsibilities include preparing design packages, conducting load flow and short‑circuit studies, AutoCAD drawings, and coordinating equipment procurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• PE license preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in electrical power systems or power generation engineering.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and power system analysis software (ETAP/PSCAD).

Responsibilities

• Design safe, reliable and cost-effective electrical power systems in accordance with codes and standards.
• Support commercial team with site visits, evaluating customer requirements, and developing engineering proposals.
• Prepare design packages with calculations, equipment specs, layouts, single-line diagrams, schematics and BOMs.
• Coordinate procurement of power system equipment.
• Provide technical support during project execution, commissioning, and field operations both remotely and on-site.
• Develop and revise engineering drawings using CAD software.
• Perform electrical system studies including load flow and short-circuit analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

Senior Design Engineer (Electrical Power Systems)

Location: New Iberia, LA or Houston Metro Area, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

A leading provider of temporary and permanent power solutions is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to support the design and execution of complex power generation projects. This role is responsible for engineering design, technical analysis, project documentation, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver safe, reliable, and cost‑effective electrical power systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design safe, reliable, and cost-effective electrical power systems in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and engineering best practices.
• Support the commercial team by conducting site visits, evaluating customer requirements, presenting technical solutions, and developing engineering proposals.
• Prepare project design packages, including calculations, equipment specifications, electrical layouts, single-line diagrams, schematics, and bills of materials.
• Coordinate the specification and procurement of power system equipment.
• Provide technical support during project execution, commissioning, and field operations, both remotely and on-site.
• Analyze operational and performance data to verify compliance with design and project requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance throughout project development.
• Develop and revise engineering drawings using AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Perform electrical system studies using ETAP, PSCAD, or equivalent software, including:
• Load flow analysis
• Short‑circuit/fault analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in electrical power systems or power generation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, power system design, and applicable industry standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and power system analysis software such as ETAP or PSCAD.
• Ability to travel periodically to customer sites and project locations.
• Experience with EPC projects, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and medium‑voltage power systems is highly desirable.
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Strong commitment to employee safety and career growth