Sr. Electrical Engineer II, Midstream Projects

Phillips 66; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VCIP bonus

8% 401k match

Pension plan

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Well-being programs

Job summary

Phillips 66 is seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer II for Midstream Projects in Houston. You will drive medium and low voltage electrical technology across gas processing plants, gathering systems, pipelines and terminals, guiding power generation, distribution, instrumentation, automation and SCADA.

Lead audits, governance and training, and push innovation to maximize value and efficiency. The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of industrial electrical

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of electrical engineering experience in industrial settings.
• 5+ years of electrical design and construction experience for electrical equipment in a related industry.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies for medium and low voltage electrical technology.
• Support Operations, Engineering, Optimization, and Projects with capital and maintenance budget priorities, and manage the Electrical Capital Program.
• Collaborate with field technicians, I&E supervisors, and engineering staff to assess asset condition, criticality, and problem areas.
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment, manage power, and support demand response alongside Operations.
• Participate in industry committees (API, ISA, IEEE, PCIC) to represent Phillips 66 Midstream and influence trade group positions.
• Provide technical support and contribute to governance documents, maintenance practices, and equipment information.
• Advise P66 Midstream Capital project teams and corporate project groups.
• Assist HSE with Tier II Electrical and Controls audits and serve as a resource during corporate audits.
• Identify and maintain essential skills for instrumentation and electrical personnel; coordinate training programs.
• Work with internal and external groups to establish best practices for Instrumentation and Electrical at P66 Midstream facilities.
• Use data-driven reasoning for technical recommendations.
• Lead site Electrical Health Assessments according to industry and company standards.
• Demonstrate expertise in code interpretation (ISA, NFPA, NEMA, NETA, IEEE, PIP, API, OSHA).
• Monitor trends and recommend technologies to improve safety, reliability, and productivity.
• Support procurement in vendor agreements.
• Help regional operations comply with the Electrical Arc Flash Program.
• Manage Electrical Safe Work Practices to meet OSHA 1910 Subpart S and NFPA 70E standards.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SEL protective relays

SEL networks

HMI systems

ETAP electrical analysis software

Job description

Total Rewards

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

Sr. Electrical Engineer II, Midstream Projects

plays an important role in medium and low voltage for electrical systems in Midstream operations. This position supports Gas Processing Plants, Gathering Systems, Pipelines, and Terminals (P&T), covering areas like power generation and distribution, electrical supply, instrumentation, automation, and SCADA. Responsibilities include selecting the right technology, creating and maintaining policies and procedures, overseeing maintenance and operation practices, and providing training and audits. The engineer represents the company in trade organizations, helps with company projects related to power supply, power generation, electrification, emissions reduction, and new technologies, and supports power management and efficiency programs. The role also works with teams to improve power demand and maximize value by using new technologies and optimizing equipment use.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for medium and low voltage electrical technology.
• Support Operations, Engineering, Optimization, and Projects with capital and maintenance budget priorities, and manage the Electrical Capital Program.
• Collaborate with field technicians, I&E supervisors, and engineering staff to assess asset condition, criticality, and problem areas.
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment, manage power, and support demand response alongside Operations.
• Participate in industry committees (API, ISA, IEEE, PCIC) to represent Phillips 66 Midstream and influence trade group positions.
• Provide technical support and contribute to governance documents, maintenance practices, and equipment information.
• Advise P66 Midstream Capital project teams and corporate project groups.
• Assist HSE with Tier II Electrical and Controls audits and serve as a resource during corporate audits.
• Identify and maintain essential skills for instrumentation and electrical personnel; coordinate training programs.
• Work with internal and external groups to establish best practices for Instrumentation and Electrical at P66 Midstream facilities.
• Use data-driven reasoning for technical recommendations.
• Lead site Electrical Health Assessments according to industry and company standards.
• Demonstrate expertise in code interpretation (ISA, NFPA, NEMA, NETA, IEEE, PIP, API, OSHA).
• Monitor trends and recommend technologies to improve safety, reliability, and productivity.
• Support procurement in vendor agreements.
• Help regional operations comply with the Electrical Arc Flash Program.
• Manage Electrical Safe Work Practices to meet OSHA 1910 Subpart S and NFPA 70E standards.

What You’ll Bring - Required

• Legally authorized for work in the job posting country
• Bachelors Degree Electrical Engineering
• 5 or more years of electrical engineering experience in industrial settings
• 5 or more years working experience with electrical design and construction for electrical equipment in a related industry
• Ability to travel up to 25%

What Makes You Stand Out - Preferred

• Experience in power generation and power management systems
• 10 or more years of electrical engineering experience in industrial settings
• 10 or more years working experience with electrical design and construction for electrical equipment in a related industry3 or more years field Electrical and Instrumentation maintenance experience
• 3 or more years of demonstrated experience in dealing with capital, major maintenance and operating expense budgets as they relate to instrumentation and electrical systems
• Industrial Electrical System specification, design, testing, commissioning, maintenance and condition monitoring
• Proficient hands on working knowledge with SEL protective relays, SEL networks and HMI systems
• Proficient knowledge of large (up to 16,000HP) motor and motor control systems
• Proficient knowledge of Low Voltage and Medium Voltage Switchgear
• Familiar with Electrical Power System Protection systems
• Familiar with large high voltage substations
• Familiar with ETAP electrical analysis software

Compensation Range

This position has a base salary range of $160,200 - $195,800

At Phillips 66, we are committed to pay transparency and competitive, equitable compensation. Each role is assigned a salary grade with a defined pay range, benchmarked against industry peers. Where a candidate offer falls within the posted range depends on the candidate's experience, skills, and alignment with the role’s requirements. Offers are made to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness. Our compensation programs are designed to reward performance and support career growth.

Midstream

The Phillips 66 Midstream business is a safe, reliable, and trusted provider for the movement, storage, gathering, and processing of liquid or gas energy via pipelines or terminals. We are an industry leader in logistics and operate or manage more than 70,000 miles of pipelines that transport crude oil from oil fields to refineries and finished products from refineries to storage terminals. We operate 39 terminals that supply finished products to consumer gas stations, as well as crude oil and NGL storage terminals and NGL fractionation facilities. Our capabilities include extensive natural gas gathering and processing operations, enhancing our wellhead-to-market strategy. We also provide the connectivity between the various Phillips 66 business units.

Benefits

At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards.

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, cultivate an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and pursue excellence.

Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com.

To Be Considered

Requisition closing date: 09/11/2026

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer