Senior Principal Electrical Engineer for LNG & Energy Projects

Technip Energies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Technip Energies in Houston seeks a Senior Principal Engineer – Electrical to lead and deliver electrical engineering for LNG, energy transition, carbon capture, refining and petrochemical projects. The role spans PDP, FEED and detailed design, with responsibility for power studies, equipment specifications, and technical leadership.

You will mentor engineers, coordinate across disciplines, review vendor documents, ensure code compliance, and drive quality across all deliverables in a

Qualifications

• 15+ years of LNG, Energy Transition, Carbon Capture, Refining and/or Petrochemical plant engineering/design experience.
• Experience performing electrical power system studies and specifying major electrical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of applicable engineering codes and standards.
• Ability to lead engineering efforts across complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Electrical power studies (load flow, short circuit, motor starting, protective relay coordination studies)
• Electrical area classification drawings
• One-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring design
• Lighting, power, grounding, and cable tray plan drawings
• Specifications of electrical equipment such as Motor Control Centers and Switchgear in petrochemical plants
• Develop project scope of work for electrical engineering and design
• Establish engineering and design concepts and ensure technical accuracy and conformance to project requirements
• Prepare and review design data and deliverables from various inputs
• Perform complex and sophisticated electrical design work in accordance with company standards
• Coordinate design criteria and details with other engineering disciplines
• Review vendor documents and evaluate technical solutions, cost, and schedules
• Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and applicable codes
• Lead and/or support a team of Electrical Engineers and Electrical Designers on PDP, FEED, and Detail Engineering projects
• Train and mentor less experienced engineers
• Supervise, check, and assist electrical personnel in their assignments
• Monitor project progress, update schedules, and manage staffing needs and budgets
• Advise Department Manager on major project changes
• Ensure conformance to project requirements, engineering standards, and applicable codes
• Prepare project scope deviation documentation as required
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency across all engineering deliverables

Skills

Electrical engineering design

Electrical power system studies

Leadership and mentoring

Project coordination

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Technip Energies in Houston seeks a Senior Principal Engineer – Electrical to lead and deliver electrical engineering for LNG, energy transition, carbon capture, refining and petrochemical projects. The role spans PDP, FEED and detailed design, with responsibility for power studies, equipment specifications, and technical leadership.

You will mentor engineers, coordinate across disciplines, review vendor documents, ensure code compliance, and drive quality across all deliverables in a