Electrical Engineer III

Zachry Group•Houston, TX

About The Position

Zachry Group is seeking a talented, self-motivated Electrical Engineer III with design experience to join its Electrical Department in Houston, Texas. The role supports challenging design projects for clients in various industries, predominantly in the process and power industries. Work is focused on electrical design and execution, with working technical knowledge of other disciplines’ design requirements. The position leads and coordinates discipline-team efforts, and may involve office and field work as necessary. The engineer applies broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices to projects of varying scope and complexity, plans and schedules assigned activities, and coordinates design and engineering with other disciplines. The role includes developing design guidance and engineering documents for electrical systems, supporting project leads with budgets and project status, reviewing project documents for technical quality and compliance, and supporting construction and commissioning. Field support may include retrofit verifications, as-built documentation, procurement, and installation supervision. Work is generally in a fast-paced office environment. Occasional work at industrial locations may involve moderate to high noise levels and exposure to equipment, vehicles, materials, communication equipment, tools, and active job-site personnel. Zachry Group states that it is dedicated to providing a safe and drug-free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from a four-year ABET-accredited college.
At least 4 years of electrical engineering design experience on power and/or industrial projects.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code, IEEE/ANSI standards, and NEMA standards.
Experience with medium- and low-voltage equipment and cables.
Ability to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interface with senior company leadership.
Organized and self-directed, with the ability to prioritize, multitask, work in a team environment, and take direction from others.
Willingness to travel and work in office and field environments as necessary.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to communicate in person, by telephone, and by email; use arm/hand steadiness and manual and finger dexterity; coordinate multiple limbs; and demonstrate oral expression and comprehension.
May be required to lift, carry, and move objects safely.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering license, with the ability to obtain licensure in other U.S. states.
Experience as Lead Electrical Engineer on Engineer, Procure and Construct projects.
At least 5 years of electrical engineering design experience.
Experience with OTI ETAP software for electrical system analysis and relay coordination.
Experience with switchyards, large power transformers, generator circuit breakers, switchgears/MCCs, and other large power equipment.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code.

Responsibilities

Apply general design practices; select and recommend design procedures and lead a team in implementing designs for installation.
Plan and conduct non-routine and complex assignments, including projects of varying scope.
Select and adapt plans, techniques, and designs, and coordinate work with the project team.
Review, analyze, and integrate technical requirements and design approaches; review work for technical adequacy and satisfaction of requirements.
Lead and coordinate work within the electrical discipline project team to complete assignments.
Provide field support, including retrofit field verifications, as-built documentation, on-site procurement, and installation supervision.
Apply extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices across assigned and related fields.
Plan and schedule assigned activities and assist the Project Lead in developing project budget requirements for time and materials.
Monitor performance and budget compliance.
Assist the Project Lead in leading engineers and designers to complete project assignments.
Coordinate design and engineering activities with other engineering disciplines.
Review completed project documents for conformity and quality assurance, and ensure adherence to applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
Identify conceptual interface requirements for existing facilities.
Participate in constructability reviews for assigned projects.
Develop new techniques or improve processes, materials, or products.
Support field construction and commissioning activities.
Assist the Project Lead with monitoring and reporting engineering-discipline status to the Project Manager and Leadership Team.
Participate in client meetings.
Provide design guidance for raceway systems, including underground ductbanks, cable tray, and above-ground conduit.
Provide design guidance for interior, exterior, and roadway lighting systems and grounding systems.
Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, and three-line diagrams.
Coordinate with engineering and other crafts to ensure a complete, coordinated design.