Senior Electrical Engineer, Substation & Power Systems

Metric Geo; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee the design and analysis of electrical power systems and substations in Houston, TX. The role combines hands-on technical engineering with team leadership, quality control and client coordination.

You will independently develop engineering solutions, supervise multidisciplinary teams, and provide technical support through design, procurement and construction phases. Reports to Engineering Director and PE licensed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• Professional experience: 10+ years in electrical engineering.
• PE license or 15+ years of industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, NEC, NESC.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop conceptual and detailed designs for electrical power systems and substations.
• Lead and supervise engineers, designers and drafters through project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and resolve complex engineering and constructability issues.
• Review equipment specifications and engineering packages for quality and compliance.
• Oversee production and review of technical drawings (schematics, interconnection, equipment layouts).
• Perform or review electrical studies: load-flow, short-circuit, coordination, motor-starting, harmonic and ground-grid analyses.
• Represent the technical team with clients, contractors, subcontractors, vendors and suppliers.
• Own projects from concept through construction support.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical design

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Metric Geo is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee the design and analysis of electrical power systems and substations in Houston, TX. The role combines hands-on technical engineering with team leadership, quality control and client coordination.

You will independently develop engineering solutions, supervise multidisciplinary teams, and provide technical support through design, procurement and construction phases. Reports to Engineering Director and PE licensed.