Electrical Engineer

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Summary :

We are seeking a Power Electrical Engineer with extensive experience to join the Engineering & Construction Department as part of the Engineering and Technical Support Team. This team of subject matter experts plays a critical role in supporting Project Managers with the execution of capital growth projects across gas and liquid transmission facilities, as well as gas processing and NGL fractionation plants.

The candidate should be self-driven, professional, and passionate about their discipline, demonstrating strong integrity and focus on all aspects of their work. This role requires providing technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from design through commissioning and turnover to operations. Success in this position will demand excellent time management and organizational skills, as the engineer will support multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong interpersonal and communication abilities are essential, as the role involves close collaboration with contractors, cross-functional company groups, and field personnel. The position requires frequent travel and a significant presence in the field, particularly during commissioning activities. Candidates should be knowledgeable in industry codes and standards-such as NEC, NFPA, and API. They must also be capable of working independently with efficiency and accountability.

Responsibilities :

• Provide technical support to Project Managers through the life-cycle of capital growth projects, mainly in the areas of estimation, design, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning of gas compressor stations and liquid pump station facilities.
• Provide field guidance and support to engineering and construction contractors as instructed by project management to progress capital projects to timely economic completion.
• Review, evaluate and recommend the design and installation of both medium and low voltage electrical systems to ensure compliance with NEC and company requirements for efficient, safe and economical operation.
• Represent the Company in area of expertise with contractors, suppliers, third party engineering firms, utilities, outside consultants, and industry associations.
• Effectively interface and integrate with other Company departments including, Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to effectively fulfill the scope of the project.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work while supporting the department and Project Manager with delivery.
• Assist with the commissioning and start-up of facilities and leads the efforts in correcting electrical systems faults. Diagnose and resolve software and hardware interface issues as needed.
• Accountable for completing tasks with quality, and compliance with the applicable codes a standards.
• Create and update technical specifications and Engineering Standards as needed.
• Travel could be up to 50%, as required; role to be based out of Houston, Texas
• Conduct Engineering studies and prepare construction estimates elaborating on cost, Time and electrical power-requirements for oil and gas facilities.
• Prepare and / or review Arc Flash and associated power studies (SKM or ETAP)
• Review and assist with the design and layout of substations in both transmission and distribution voltages
• Review and approve or modify protection schemes and protection relay programming
• Assist with the design, construction and commissioning of generation projects in the 10MW range including utility tie in.
• Develop and / or review plans for area classification in conjunction with company standards, API RP500, and AGA 1001.
• Review, evaluate and correct faults in medium and low voltage systems
• Develop and / or review grounding plans for power systems and instrumentation in reliable integration with designed cathodic protection systems.
• Review and audit electrical safety in conjunction NFPA 70E and company standards

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