Senior Electrical Designer

Hatch Ltd.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch Ltd. seeks a Senior Electrical Designer in Houston, TX, to join our Project Delivery Group and deliver electrical, automation and communications systems for heavy industrial projects. The role emphasizes CAD proficiency and knowledge of industry codes.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of electrical design experience, strong CAD skills (2D/3D) with MicroStation and AutoCAD, and a solid understanding of NEC, NFPA, NEMA and IEEE standards. On-site collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical design for heavy industrial projects.
• Proficient in 2D/3D CAD for electrical systems.
• Knowledge of high, medium and low voltage equipment.
• Familiar with NEC, NFPA, NEMA and IEEE codes.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Work on electrical design for industrial projects in mining, energy, and infrastructure.
• Produce and maintain drawings using 2D/3D CAD software.
• Design electrical systems, motor control centres, cable schedules, single-line diagrams and grounding/earthing, lighting/services.
• Coordinate electrical interfaces with other disciplines.
• Supervise junior designers and participate in project decisions.
• Assist in field surveys and on-site construction supervision when needed.

Skills

Electrical design

CAD 2D/3D

Microstation

AutoCAD

PDS/PSDS knowledge

NEC/NFPA/NEMA/IEEE

Team leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

PSDS

PDS

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Senior Electrical Designer

Date: Sep 5, 2026

Location: Houston, TX, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:100941

Job Category:Engineering

Location:Houston,TX,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-classproject delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in theengineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Looking to take the next step in your career?Hatch, a full-service engineering consultancy, is currently seeking a highly motivatedElectrical Designerto join the team in Houston, TX.Our team consists of highly specialized electrical, communication and technology engineers focused on applying emerging technologies to projects in the mining/metals, energy, infrastructure, and/or other heavy industrial sectors.

This challenging position involves working as part of a highly specialized team focused on planning and design of electrical, automation and communications systems for water, transportation, and industrial projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work on a range of electrical design-engineering industrial solutions.
• Produce and maintain engineering drawings using 2D/3D CAD software as required.
• Produce designs and drawings for electrical systems, i.e. motor control centres schematic diagrams, interconnection diagrams, cable schedules, single line diagrams, general arrangement drawings and grounding/earthing, lighting/services designs.
• Complete cable tray and raceway design and calculate cable sizing.
• Design instrument loop sheets, control panel, heat trace, perform calculations and produce Bill of Materials.
• Ensure all drawings and deliverables are checked to comply project and company quality standards.
• Execute designs following the electrical design criteria for the project as well as defined design standards, codes, and regulations.
• Ensure coordination of all electrical interfaces with designers and engineers of other disciplines.
• Supervise the work of junior designers assigned to the projects.
• Possible involvement in project and workload decisions.
• Participate in filed surveys at client sites that may require significant amounts of walking.
• On site construction supervision and commissioning support is a plus.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in electrical design.
• Proficient in CAD design 2D/3D (Microstation, AutoCAD, PSDS, PDS).
• Knowledge of all types of high, medium and low voltage electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of control systems and instrumentation design.
• Knowledge of industry/regulatory codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, NEMA, IEEE).
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and multitasking ability.
• Multidisciplinary design knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.