Senior Electrical Engineer — Power Systems & Projects Lead

ENGIE North America Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employer-paid disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, review, and implementation of electrical solutions for ENGIE's operating assets and capital projects.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role ensures electrical systems meet project objectives, industry standards, and regulatory requirements while supporting project execution from design through commissioning. The position partners with internal teams, contractors, utilities, and permitting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8 years' experience in a similar position, including designing electrical systems and field inspection and troubleshooting.
• PE license preferred.
• Familiarity with district energy, utilities and combined heat and power systems.
• Knowledge of NEMA, NEC, IEC, ISO, IEEE and other electrical design codes.
• Knowledge of low (up to 600V) and medium voltage (up to 34.5kV) equipment sourcing.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices for electrical systems and protective relaying.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with accuracy and independence.
• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy.
• Domestic travel up to 25% may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design specifications and cost estimates for transformers, switchgear, cables, motors, generators, UPS systems, and substations.
• Prepare bills of materials and equipment lists to support project execution.
• Review and validate detailed engineering work by contractors and vendors.
• Evaluate existing electrical infrastructure and distribution systems.
• Lead assessments for equipment upgrades, repairs, and performance improvements.
• Perform and review load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and infrastructure analyses.
• Support electrical safety programs and audits.
• Coordinate utility interconnections and permitting with authorities and service providers.
• Conduct site visits and field inspections while staying current on codes and best practices.

Skills

Electrical design

Field inspection

Troubleshooting

Protective relaying

Electrical codes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license preferred

Job description

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, review, and implementation of electrical solutions for ENGIE's operating assets and capital projects.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role ensures electrical systems meet project objectives, industry standards, and regulatory requirements while supporting project execution from design through commissioning. The position partners with internal teams, contractors, utilities, and permitting