Electrical Engineer III

Nabors•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer III is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for leading the design, analysis, and support of electrical power systems and machine controls for drilling equipment. This role requires deep technical expertise in both power distribution and control systems, with responsibility for owning major technical deliverables, guiding junior engineers, and supporting complex field issues. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop new systems, participate in commissioning, startup and system validation activities, upgrade existing designs, and ensure safe, reliable, and high performance operation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Typically 7–10+ years experience in electrical engineering with focus on drilling equipment or heavy industrial rotating machinery.
Demonstrated expertise in power distribution, motor controls, drive systems, and industrial control systems.
Advanced understanding of LV/MV electrical power systems, protective devices, bonding and grounding techniques, LOTO procedures, as related industrial safety.
Expertise with AC/DC drives, MCCs, motor control systems, and high‑power rotating equipment.
Strong proficiency with PLC/PAC platforms, HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols.
Ability to independently produce and check complex schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and I/O documentation.
Experience conducting or reviewing power system studies (ETAP/SKM experience preferred).
Knowledge of hazardous area classifications (Class I/Div 1–2, IECEx, ATEX).
Familiarity with drilling rig equipment, industrial machinery, or heavy rotating equipment integration.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar engineering tools.
Must be able to work safely in industrial environments, including navigating uneven surfaces, climbing stairs/ladders, and wearing PPE.
Must be able to lift up to 25lbs occasionally (components, tools, laptop equipment).

Nice To Haves

Experience with drilling rigs (land or offshore) and integrated rig equipment.
Knowledge of hazardous area classifications and electrical design for classified environments.
Experience with power system analysis tools (ETAP, SKM).
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or progress toward licensure.
Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading cross‑functional technical efforts.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and analyze LV/MV electrical power distribution systems for drilling equipment (Switchgear, MCCs, Transformers, OCPD’s, VFD).
Design, develop control hardware architecture for drilling equipment such as Top Drives, Drawworks, Mud Pumps, and other ancillary hoisting systems.
Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Develop electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, panel layouts, wiring diagrams and other engineering documentation.
Coordinate with mechanical and controls engineers to ensure integrated system design.
Specify and configure PLC, PAC, and HMI/SCADA hardware and software (Beckhoff, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
Develop and validate control logic, interlocks, and communication networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, etc.).
Perform or support load calculations, short-circuit, and protection coordination studies.
Ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA, NEC, IEC, IEEE, API, ABS, and hazardous location requirement practices including (UL Class I, Div 1/2, IECEx/ATEX Zone 1/2).
Create and review engineering specifications, datasheets, and test procedures.
Serve as the technical lead for assigned projects, owning quality, accuracy, and schedule of electrical/controls deliverables.
Support project managers with technical risk identification, engineering estimates, and planning.
Conduct engineering design reviews and mentor junior engineers and designers.
Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities, both remotely and onsite.
Provide Level III support for complex system failures and lead root cause failure analysis efforts.
Collaborate with field service teams to drive operational excellence and reliability improvements.