Senior Electrical Engineer

Worley; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 119,484 - 175,711; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Worley is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer in Monrovia, California. The role involves providing electrical engineering services, managing a team, and ensuring quality outcomes in oil, gas, and chemical projects.

Ideal candidates should have a recognized degree in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry, and excellent technical skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $119,484 to $175,711 along with benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Competent use of relevant electrical engineering software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical engineering team and oversee work.
• Deliver engineering services on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with project management and clients.

Skills

Electrical engineering skills

Technical support

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills in English

Education

BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering

Postgraduate qualifications in relevant fields

Tools

MS Office Suite

ETAP

PSCAD

SPL

Job description

About Us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialise in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI‑enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today’s needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose

You will provide electrical engineering services to Worley and its customers, including technical support and supervision within the electrical engineering team. The purpose is to manage a team of electrical engineers and designers and oversee their work on oil, gas and chemical projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of electrical engineers and designers and oversee their work on oil/gas/chemical projects.
• Plan, organise and direct engineering work, ensuring on‑time completion, safety‑in‑design and quality outcomes from conception to completion.
• Collaborate with project management, client and other disciplines to meet project objectives.
• May lead one or more projects while providing guidance for other lead engineers within the programme.
• Maintain relationships with project management and client to ensure satisfaction with the quality and progress of the project.
• Communicate effectively (written, emails, verbal) with the team and with management; possess strong leadership and problem‑solving skills; motivate and create a positive work environment to help the team learn, grow and work together to achieve common goals.
• Deliver electrical engineering services that meet Worley, its customers and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
• Initiate, manage and, if required, supervise electrical engineering project requirements.
• Perform electrical engineering services such as:
• Participate in relevant meetings, prepare progress reports and follow required checking procedures.
• Ensure the project scope is clear and that changes comply with project change‑management processes.
• Provide assistance and advice during procurement, construction and commissioning activities; for example, write requisitions, conduct technical bid evaluations and write purchase orders.
• Act as the electrical engineering lead on specific projects, if required.
• If responsible for a team:
• Outline project requirements, actively promote workshare where appropriate, assign tasks and supervise progress.
• Ensure the required services meet Worley, its customers and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, on time and within budget.
• Proactively resolve any discrepancies between Worley and the customer’s requirements.
• Keep up to date with the latest developments and technical innovations in electrical engineering.
• Assist and support junior personnel within the electrical engineering team, if required.
• Communicate effectively with the electrical engineering team and project stakeholders, including the customer.
• Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and request assistance when required.

What You Will Bring

• Excellent technical and practical engineering skills and ability to deliver quality, accurate and timely work to Worley and its clients.
• Excellent knowledge of the fundamental requirements of electrical engineering and other engineering fields.
• Excellent knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory specifications.
• Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite and electrical engineering specific software (ETAP, PSCAD, SPL).
• Experience in development and design of electrical distribution systems, equipment selection, protective relay selection and power management system configuration.
• Perform/review power system studies and protective device settings.
• Extensive technical and practical experience in electrical engineering in a similar industry, including multi‑disciplinary projects and teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications in engineering, management, project management or supervisory qualifications or equivalent.
• 8+ years’ experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Experience in software such as MS Office Suite and electrical engineering specific software (ETAP, PSCAD, SPL).

Additional Information

• This position is in California.
• Salary Range $119,484-$175,711.
• Benefits: eligible for PTO, 401(k), medical, vision, dental and more.

Los Angeles

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Required – Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

• A recognised and relevant BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications in engineering, management, project management or supervisory qualifications or equivalent.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (P. E or P. Eng) status in the US/Canada.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. Our focus is on a values‑inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and are heard. We’re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills and supporting the transition to low‑carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities and be part of delivering sustainable change.