Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Southern Integrated Solutions & Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to lead innovative projects across various sectors. This role involves designing and maintaining complex electrical systems, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You'll collaborate closely with clients, develop technical documentation, and propose cutting-edge solutions. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the engineering field while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and maintenance of electrical systems for processing plants.
• Collaborate with clients to define project requirements and timelines.

Skills

Power Distribution

Control Systems

Instrumentation Technologies

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Client-Facing Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SKM

MS Office Suite

Job description

Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Southern Integrated Solutions & Consulting (SISC) is seeking a full-time Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical and instrumentation systems for processing plants and related facilities across various industry sectors, including upstream, midstream, downstream, government, infrastructure, and manufacturing.
• Serve as the technical lead for electrical and instrumentation engineering projects.
• Collaborate with clients to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and project teams.
• Conduct system analysis to ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and safety regulations.
• Develop electrical deliverables up to 480VAC, such as motor schematics, panel schedules, switchgear, and motor control centers.
• Specify instrumentation devices like flow meters, pressure transmitters, and temperature sensors.
• Prepare technical documentation, including schematics, specifications, and reports.
• Stay updated on industry advancements and propose innovative solutions.
• Ensure work aligns with quality, safety, and client satisfaction standards.
• Perform I&C engineering tasks with minimal oversight; may serve as project lead or manager on smaller projects.
• Develop instrumentation deliverables such as instrument indexes, datasheets, cable schedules, and wiring diagrams.
• Review electrical documents for accuracy and quality.
• Participate in project site walks and design review meetings.
• Conduct electrical studies like HAZOP, LOPA, and alarm rationalization.
• Develop equipment requisitions, bid tabulations, and supplier documents.
• Perform field surveys and develop engineering estimates and proposals.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, and suppliers to resolve technical issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or instrumentation engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering.
• Expertise in power distribution, control systems, and instrumentation technologies.
• Proficiency in industry tools like AutoCAD and SKM.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Experience with MS Office Suite.
• Legal eligibility to work in the US (US Citizen or Green Card).
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industries: Financial Services, Software Development, Technology, Internet