Senior Electrical Engineer

GAS GLOBAL SERVICES; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Houston, TX to lead electrical and automation projects. The role supports maintenance, capital projects, PLC systems, power distribution, and facility improvements while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

You will plan, manage, and execute base electrical work, participate in change management, and develop control narratives to improve existing systems. Strong PLC skills and PE license are highly valued.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Texas PE license required.
• PE with NCEES record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and automation projects to improve reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Plan and manage base electrical work for Operations, including pipeline/terminal maintenance and facility upgrades.
• Oversee electrical capital projects from scope to close-out and ensure alignment with objectives.

Skills

Electrical & Instrumentation

Project Management

PLC Programming

Industrial Automation

Power Distribution

Industry Standards & Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

JOB-10047239

Anticipated Start Date

September 21, 2026

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract

Employer Info

Our client is a Minority Owned and Veteran Operated Business which bridges the gap between traditional engineering practices and the evolving needs of the Energy Industry.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical and automation projects that improve operational reliability, safety, and efficiency. This role supports maintenance, capital projects, PLC systems, power distribution, and facility improvements while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and industry regulations.

Job Description

• Apply electrical and instrumentation engineering skills, managing projects to maintain and improve operational reliability, safety, and efficiency while simultaneously contributing to business expansion opportunities
• Plan and manage base electrical project work in support of Operations, including pipeline and terminal maintenance activities, as well as facility improvements
• Plan and manage electrical capital project work to enable business objectives, including scope development, cost estimation, initial design, quality review, execution, and close-out
• Participate in the management of change process by evaluating the electrical technical aspects of proposed operational changes and determining potential impacts on reliability, safety, health, and the environment
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC-based automation systems
• Develop and maintain control narratives describing automation at existing facilities, making recommendations as needed to improve and/or repair existing control systems
• Steward long-term plans to improve reliability through the proactive replacement of aging electrical and automation systems
• Provide support to Operations in the selection, maintenance, and installation of communication systems, including the specification of communication devices, protocols, and associated hardware
• Review and evaluate electrical drawing packages (including power, instrumentation, controls, and automation)
• Support the reliability of power distribution systems by participating in and/or reviewing the results of coordination studies and arc flash hazard analyses
• Provide knowledge and interpretation of industry-recognized standards and safe work practices

Skills Required

• Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering
• Project Management
• PLC Programming and Troubleshooting
• Industrial Automation and Control Systems
• Power Distribution Systems
• Knowledge of Industry Standards and Safe Work Practices

Education/Training/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college/university required

Additional Requirements

• PE required with a preference for a PE with an NCEES record
• Texas PE License is needed

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factors protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.