Senior Electrical Engineer – 1760016

VetRamp; Texas; On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $10k

Company stock vesting over 5 years

401(k) with matching

Excellent benefits

Job summary

VetRamp is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer/PM to lead and mentor a seasoned E&I team on public works projects in Houston, TX. The role focuses on design leadership, NEC-compliant systems, and client collaboration, with relocation support up to 10k.

Salary $140,000–$160,000 plus company stock vesting over 5 years and 401(k) matching with excellent benefits. Travel is 10–15% within Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power or related field.
• Mandatory PE (Electrical) license.
• Deep knowledge of NEC codes.

Responsibilities

• Assume a technical leadership role with client-facing and design delivery responsibilities.
• Lead development of advanced Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) system designs for multiple projects.
• Mentor junior staff and assistant PMs in design and workflow management.
• Develop calculations for utility services, standby power, MCCs, VFDs, conduit and cable schedules.
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle from concept to construction.
• Perform quality checks to ensure NEC code compliance and safe designs.
• Lead small teams of electrical engineers across concurrent projects.
• Utilize ETAP and/or SKM software.

Skills

Technical leadership

Client-facing communication

Team mentoring

NEC codes knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (Electrical) license

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Summary:

We are seeking highly motivated engineers who thrive on tackling challenging problems and enjoy working in a dynamic and rapidly growing organization. The Senior Electrical Engineer/PM will play a key role in mentoring, guiding, and collaborating with a seasoned team of Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and CAD staff on public works projects. These projects typically involve Pumping Stations, Lift Stations, Water and Wastewater Treatment plants, Standby Power Generator Systems, Switchgear, and MCC. Position must work 5 days a week out of an office in Houston, TX BUT up to 10k provided for relocation assistance. Salary between 140-160k, company stock (vests over 5 year period) and 401k w/matching and excellent benefits.

General Responsibilities:

• Assume a technical leadership role with client-facing and design delivery responsibilities.
• Lead the development of advanced Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) system designs for multiple small to medium scale projects, ensuring compliance with NEC codes.
• Mentor junior staff and assistant PMs in design and workflow management of electrical and instrumentation projects in the midstream sector.
• Develop calculations for utility services, standby power generation, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, conduit and cable schedules, and electrical system design.
• Work across the entire electrical project execution lifecycle, from initial concept development to detailed final design and construction phase.
• Perform quality checks on designs to ensure compliance with safety-first design practices and NEC codes.
• Lead small teams of electrical engineers across multiple concurrent projects as a senior project manager.
• Utilize familiarity with ETAP and/or SKM software.

Required Education/Licenses:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power or a related field.
• Mandatory PE (Electrical) license.
• Deep knowledge of NEC codes.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of twenty (20) years of post-graduate experience in designing electrical/instrumentation (E&I) systems for public works projects.
• Proven experience in independently representing an employer in front of clients and permitting authorities.
• Expertise in instrumentation and preparation of specifications and datasheets for procurement assistance.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working teams with both fellow employees and clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, with a focus on power systems.
• PMP certification.
• Experience in the renewables sector.
• Experience in T&D.
• Business development experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods working on a computer.
• Travel to and from project sites and various outside meetings, with approximately 10-15% travel mostly within or around Texas.