Lead Electrical Engineer (Houston)

As a Lead Electrical Engineer, you will elevate your career and make a significant impact by leading projects that craft cutting-edge solutions for diverse clients. The Lead Electrical Engineer holding a minimum of a bachelors degree in electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline with a focus on power, will be the technical face on projects from concept to completion. You will be working with clients to design custom Low and Medium Voltage Switchgear & Control Solutions to meet their technical specifications and quality standards within the constraints of the budget and the schedule. Additionally, a Lead Electrical Engineer stays updated on industry trends, and provides recommendations for process improvements and technological advancements. Finally, you will join a team that fosters a supportive environment, continuous learning and development where your expertise will not only be appreciated but recognized and rewarded.

Minimum Qualifications

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology or related area

Minimum 8-10 years of experience in an Engineering role

Advanced drafting / ACAD skills

Advanced proficiency in electrical SWGR design and control schemes.

Advanced proficiency in understanding power system and relay applications as applied to switchgear products

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects, schedules and budgets in a fast-paced environment

Solid organization, communication, presentation and planning skills

Experience in carrying out engineering development types of tasks and addressing production

issues

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in a cross-functional team environment

Highly self-motivated in working on first-of-its-kind projects that require resilience and tenacity

Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to troubleshoot complex system-level problems

Solid understanding of one-line and three-line drawings, control schematics, and point to point

wiring diagrams

Familiarity with power distribution equipment (three phase systems, relays, transformers, control

switches, etc.)

Strong understanding of 480V through 38kV electrical distribution and switchgear operation

Familiar with applicable sections of the National Electric Code and other codes and standards such as IEEE, ANSI and UL

Able to form and apply cost competitive techniques to develop the most cost-effective solution for the engineered to order product

Possess a strong customer service commitment

Proficient at project specification and drawing reviews (i.e., acquired knowledge of specification

items that Powell should take exception to and specification items that require special attention;

able to accurately interpret client specifications, etc.)