Senior Offshore Electrical Engineer – Upstream

2H Offshore; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstream Engineering LLC in Houston seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a cross-functional team delivering upstream and midstream oil and gas solutions from concept to EPC execution.

The candidate will develop electrical deliverables, conduct system studies, and coordinate with other disciplines to ensure constructible, compliant designs for offshore platforms and facilities.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering from a 4-year accredited university.
• Proficiency in ETAP, SKM Power Tools, or AutoCAD.
• Minimum of five years of electrical engineering experience including upstream offshore projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, IEC, NFPA and API codes and maritime regulations.
• Microsoft Office is necessary.
• Familiarity with subsea power transitions and fiber-optic interfaces.
• Familiarity with offshore engineering/fabrication practices and trends.
• Good organizational and project planning skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, written communications and reports; strong presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel to fabrication yard and vendor shops.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all electrical work products including construction work packages and single line diagrams.
• Conduct hazard area classifications and ensure equipment meets explosive atmosphere standards.
• Perform electrical system studies using ETAP or SKM including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and protection coordination.
• Develop manhour budgets and CTRs for electrical portions of bids.
• Design LV & MV electrical power systems for oil and gas facilities.
• Design electrical systems for E-House on offshore platforms.
• Develop electrical load studies and power generation requirements including black start.
• Provide engineering support to vendors and clients including RCA for failures.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with regulations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines early to ensure cost-effective designs.
• Review drawings prior to construction issue and participate in constructability reviews.
• Oversee FAT and SAT for assigned packages.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Upstream Engineering LLC in Houston seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a cross-functional team delivering upstream and midstream oil and gas solutions from concept to EPC execution.

The candidate will develop electrical deliverables, conduct system studies, and coordinate with other disciplines to ensure constructible, compliant designs for offshore platforms and facilities.