Electrical Engineer II - Substation & Power

Houston, Texas Permanent USD90,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
A growing engineering and power infrastructure organization is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support the design and execution of utility, industrial, and renewable energy projects. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineering professionals on high-voltage substations, power delivery systems, and complex electrical infrastructure.
  • Lead substation, renewable energy, and BESS projects that evolve the power grid
  • Join a growing, technical organization offering exposure to complex EPC projects

About Our Client

This engineering-led power infrastructure organization delivers turnkey solutions across utility, renewable energy, energy storage, industrial, and high-voltage electrical markets. The company supports projects from design and installation through testing, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance, serving clients throughout North America on critical energy infrastructure initiatives.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop electrical designs and engineering deliverables under the guidance of senior engineering staff.
  • Support the design and analysis of substations, power systems, and related electrical infrastructure.
  • Prepare technical documentation including calculations, equipment specifications, bills of material, and engineering reports.
  • Coordinate with designers and drafters to ensure the timely production of quality design packages.
  • Select and specify major electrical equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, protective relays, and associated systems.
  • Review design deliverables to ensure compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and client specifications.
  • Oversee the development of engineering drawings including:
    • One-line diagrams
    • Protection and control schematics
    • Equipment layouts and arrangement drawings
    • Grounding plans
    • Cable and conduit plans
    • Installation details
  • Perform power system studies such as short circuit, load flow, protective device coordination, arc flash, grounding, motor starting, and harmonic analysis.
  • Interface with clients, vendors, and internal project teams to support project execution and resolve technical issues.
  • Take ownership of assigned projects and contribute to successful project delivery from concept through detailed design.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
  • 2-6 years of electrical engineering experience supporting power delivery, utility, industrial, or substation projects.
  • Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.
  • Working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
  • NCEES Record is a plus.
  • Active participation in professional organizations such as IEEE is preferred.
  • Familiarity with applicable industry standards including IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NEMA, and NESC.
  • Understanding of engineering design, field installation practices, and constructability considerations.

What's on Offer

  • Salary range of $90,000 to $140,000.
  • Additional earning potential through bonuses
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Permanent role with career development opportunities.
  • Career advancement toward leadership/manager positions.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Dom Delia
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7135314

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Where
Houston
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-102026-7135314
 

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